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A sweeping federal workforce proposal has left millions of U.S. government employees facing a difficult decision about their future. The administration introduced a “deferred resignation” program offering nearly two million civilian workers full salary and benefits through September if they voluntarily resign by the deadline. Officials present it as a modernization effort meant to cut long-term costs, encourage office attendance, and reshape workplace culture after years of remote operations.
Supporters say the plan could streamline agencies and improve accountability, but critics warn it may weaken essential services. Unions and watchdog groups argue that losing experienced staff could drain institutional knowledge and damage morale, while legal experts question whether guaranteeing months of pay to departing employees is appropriate.
The rollout has already sparked lawsuits and temporary court intervention, and thousands have accepted the offer despite uncertainty about retirement and long-term benefits.
Ultimately, workers must weigh short-term financial security against career stability, making the initiative a major test of how government reforms affect both efficiency and public trust.
