Union sounds alarm over Trump’s effort to pressure federal workers

Union president expresses concern

The American Federation of Government Employees, representing over 800,000 federal and District of Columbia government employees, responded with alarm to President Trump's efforts to pressure some workers to leave their jobs. The union's national president, Everett Kelley, warned of chaos for Americans who rely on government services.

Labor groups take action

In response to the administration's actions, the National Treasury Employees Union filed suit over one of Trump's orders affecting federal workers. Critics point to the Heritage Foundation-led Project 2025 as a potential motive for the administration's actions.

Lawmakers and experts weigh in

Congressman Gerry Connolly criticized Trump's attempts to circumvent civil service protections, warning that government services could be allocated by partisan hacks rather than nonpartisan civil servants. Experts clarified that the administration's offer to federal workers is not a buyout program as initially reported.

New workforce pillars unveiled

The Office of Personnel Management outlined four pillars for the reformed federal workforce, emphasizing a return to the office, performance culture, workforce flexibility, and enhanced standards of conduct. The memo offers federal employees a choice to resign with full pay and benefits until September 30, 2025.

White House expects 5-10% of workers to take the deal

The White House anticipates that 5-10% of full-time federal employees will opt for the departure program. The initiative, led by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, aims to streamline government operations and reduce spending.

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By: Jessica Corbett
Title: Union sounds alarm over Trump’s effort to pressure federal workers
Sourced From: therealnews.com/federal-workers-union-warns-trump-purge-will-cause-chaos
Published Date: Wed, 29 Jan 2025 19:01:24 +0000