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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that the ongoing US government shutdown could negatively impact economic growth, potentially causing a decline in GDP and affecting federal workers and the labor market, despite recent positive growth trends. He also mentioned upcoming support for farmers and ongoing discussions about replacing Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
The Trump administration's new Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aims to reduce federal workforce numbers and spending. Business Insider reports that federal medical officers, ship pilots, and general attorneys have the highest average salaries, with medical officers topping the list. The initiative may lead to job cuts and require federal employees to work in-office five days a week, potentially increasing voluntary turnover. The plan includes early retirement and severance packages, though details are sparse.
Federal workers are concerned about the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency, fearing harassment, intimidation, and corruption. Trump and his allies have expressed intentions to fire civil service workers and abolish certain agencies, potentially reviving the controversial Schedule F executive order. This order could strip federal employees of civil servant protections, reclassifying them as political appointees. Union leaders warn that such measures could severely impact morale and operations within federal agencies, as workers brace for possible job insecurity and reduced labor rights.