The Political Orphanage

Trump's Whack-A-Mole with Federal Employees

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Jan 30, 2025
Federal workers are being reclassified as Schedule F, making it easier to fire them and pushing for a return to office work. This move raises questions about government efficiency and the public versus private sector dynamics. The discussion highlights potential pitfalls of workforce reduction, especially concerning vital services like the FDA. It also tackles common misconceptions about government size and the moral implications of these changes, teasing future conversations on ethical dilemmas.
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ADVICE

Congressional Salaries

  • Don't set congressional salaries too low.
  • Lower salaries prevent qualified candidates from running and attract less competent individuals.
INSIGHT

Trump's Remote Work Order

  • Trump's order to end remote work for federal employees is counterproductive to shrinking government.
  • It aims to push employees to quit, but misses opportunities for cost savings.
ADVICE

Embrace Remote Work

  • Eliminate cost-of-living adjustments and embrace remote work for federal employees.
  • This saves taxpayer money by allowing employees to live in cheaper areas.
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