EPA Employees Face Termination Notices Under Federal Workforce Reduction Plan

Over 1,100 probationary EPA workers are warned of immediate dismissal as the Trump administration seeks to downsize the federal government.

More than 1,100 Environmental Protection Agency employees received emails warning of potential immediate termination due to their probationary status.
The notices align with the Trump administration's broader efforts to reduce the federal workforce, spearheaded by the Department of Government Efficiency under Elon Musk.
The emails inform employees of their right to appeal termination decisions but emphasize that individual employment status will be reviewed case by case.
Union leaders and former EPA officials report significant morale issues, with workers expressing fear and confusion about their job security and ongoing agency operations.
A government-wide buyout program has also been introduced, offering federal employees deferred resignation with extended pay and benefits through September 2025.