Trump's Federal Worker Buyouts Criticized as Backfiring Strategy
Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance warns that the administration's efforts to reshape the federal workforce may have galvanized opposition among civil servants.
- President Donald Trump's administration introduced buyout offers to federal employees, reportedly aiming to replace them with loyalists.
- Former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance described the move as a 'trap' designed to remake the civil service into a more compliant workforce.
- Critics, including Vance, argue that the buyout strategy has inadvertently motivated many federal workers to resist and remain in their roles.
- Vance highlighted the dedication and expertise of career civil servants, emphasizing their commitment to their duties despite challenges.
- Observers note that Trump's actions may be fueling the very 'deep state' opposition he has long alleged but previously lacked evidence to substantiate.