Trump’s ultimatum to federal workers: Return to office ‘or be terminated’

The Trump administration recently made headlines by offering buyouts to federal employees who refuse to return to in-person work. This move is part of a broader effort to crack down on remote work and streamline government operations.

President Donald Trump announced that federal employees must return to in-person work by early February or face termination. This ultimatum was delivered as Trump signed the immigration-focused Laken Riley bill into law at the White House.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) sent emails to approximately 2 million federal employees, giving them until Feb. 6 to decide whether to accept a buyout if they choose not to return to the office. Most employees will be required to work in person five days a week, with those opting out being offered a “dignified, fair departure” from the government.

Employees who resign will retain their pay and benefits until Sep. 30, 2025, regardless of workload. Trump expressed confidence that a significant number of employees would choose not to return to work, leading to a smaller and more efficient government.

In addition to the buyout offer, Trump suggested that employees may be required to prove that they did not have another job while working remotely. This could pose challenges, as data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that a substantial number of Americans hold multiple jobs.

Overall, the administration’s goal is to reduce government waste and increase efficiency by bringing employees back to the office. The move has sparked debate and raised questions about the future of remote work in the federal government.

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