Trump Offers Buyouts to 2 Million Federal Employees
Excludes immigration, national security, and postal workers; offers salary and benefits through September for those who opt in.
Tuesday, the Trump administration announced a "deferred resignation program" offering financial incentives for up to 2 million full-time federal employees to resign voluntarily. The offer excludes workers in immigration, national security, and the U.S. Postal Service but affects agencies such as Education, Health and Human Services, and Transportation. (Reuters)
Employees who opt in by February 6, 2025, will continue receiving their salary and benefits until September 30, 2025. However, some lawmakers and unions have criticized the plan. Senator Tim Kaine called it a “fake offer,” questioning the legality of the payouts, while the National Treasury Employees Union warned members not to resign.
However, some lawmakers and unions have criticized the plan. Senator Tim Kaine called it a “fake offer,” questioning the legality of the payouts, while the National Treasury Employees Union warned members not to resign. (Mediaite)
The initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce, alongside a hiring freeze and changes to dismissal policies. The administration has signaled more restructuring may follow. (AP News)
Stay Connected with Us
Share This Post and Publication
Forward this email to a friend.