Protesters rally outside U.S. Office of Personnel Management headquarters as a hearing in Boston determines the fate of Trump administration's deferred resignation program for federal employees. Legal battle ensues between government and unions over legality and consequences of the resignation offer.
Key Points
Protesters rallying outside U.S. Office of Personnel Management headquarters
Hearing in Boston to determine fate of deferred resignation program
Legal battle between government and labor unions over legality of offer
Allegations of coercion and arbitrary deadlines in the resignation offer
Pros
Employees given option to stay or leave
Potential for significant reforms in the federal workforce
Cons
Confusion and chaos surrounding the 'Fork directive'
Allegations of unlawful and arbitrary actions by the Trump administration