Overtime
Federal workers will have more time to make a major decision.
Last week, 2 million government employees—including workers from the CIA and at least four other intelligence agencies—were offered deferred resignations (leave now, receive pay and benefits through September) as part of the White House’s efforts to overhaul the federal workforce.
The Trump admin reportedly expected 5-10% of federal workers to quit, saving Uncle Sam $100 billion annually; an estimated 2%—40,000 people—have accepted the deal so far. Critics have challenged the offer’s legality and the administration’s authority to fulfill it; others worry that agencies’ effectiveness would weaken if experienced staff resign.
Yesterday, a federal judge pushed back last night’s deadline for workers to decide if they’ll resign until at least Monday when a hearing will take place to weigh blocking the buyout further.
Verse to consider when you’re weighing a decision with major implications… “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you. Therefore don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Matthew 6:33-34 (CSB) (read full passage)