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February 8, 2025

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Trump Administration Offers Federal Workers Eight Months pay to resign

Trump, in a bold step, offered buyout to two million federal workers if they choose to not return to in-person work.

Trump Administration Offers Federal Workers Eight Months pay to resign

The Trump administration is offering buyouts to federal workers who do not want to return to office work . This move is understood to be a part of an effort to shrink the federal workforce.

A memo from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management was sent to employees on Tuesday. It details that federal workers can resign by February 6 and receive eight months of pay and benefits . The memo states, “If you choose not to continue in your current role… a dignified, fair departure will be provided.”

This action follows an executive order signed by President Trump . The order mandates that federal employees return to in-person work. Many federal employees have worked from home since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This offer has been made to approximately 2 million federal workers and is voluntary. Federal workers compensation is expected to allow them to leave with dignity and support if they choose not to continue with the mandate.

The memo, titled “Fork in the Road,” is similar to a message Elon Musk sent to X employees in 2022. Musk, who heads the Department of Government Efficiency, has discussed reducing the federal workforce.

Senator Tim Kaine, D-Va., raised concerns about the legality of the buyout offer. He warned that federal workers accepting the offer may not get paid. On the Senate floor, Kaine said, “Don’t be fooled. If you resign, he’ll stiff you.” He also questioned the authority behind the buyouts.

According to federal guidelines, severance pay is given only to employees with at least 12 months of continuous service. Employees must also not have been terminated for poor performance or conduct.This voluntary buyout program could significantly reduce the size of the federal workforce. However, its full impact and cost remain uncertain at this time.

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