Federal Workers Accept Buyout Offer from Trump Administration

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
More than 65,000 federal workers have accepted the Trump administration's buyout offer, facing downsizing if they choose to stay. A federal judge is expected to weigh in on the matter. The White House aims to slash between 5% and 10% of the federal workforce through buyouts.

Key Points

  • 65,000 federal workers have accepted the buyout offer
  • Federal judge to weigh in on the matter
  • White House aims to cut between 5% and 10% of the federal workforce through buyouts

Pros

  • Workers retain pay and benefits if they resign under the program
  • Potential downsizing could lead to a more efficient government

Cons

  • Risk of elimination for workers who choose to stay
  • Concerns about lazy federal employees working remotely