Trump Administration Moves Forward With Federal Workforce Layoffs and Restructuring Plans

The Trump administration advanced its large-scale federal workforce downsizing, issuing guidance for agency layoffs and reorganizations. A memo from the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Personnel Management directed agencies to conduct force reductions. The effort has resulted in tens of thousands of probationary worker layoffs, administrative leave placements, and a deferred resignation package. A second phase mandates proposals for efficiency improvements, relocations, and cost-cutting measures. Exemptions include law enforcement, national security, public safety roles, and immigration enforcement.