Trump Bans New Hires and Telework

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(TheIndependentStar.com) – As part of his plans to revamp the federal government, President Donald Trump has decided to streamline operations by implementing a hiring freeze that targets inefficiencies and wasteful spending.

Part of his “drain the swamp” agenda, the move seeks to eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy and refocus government resources on essential services for the American people.

To do so, Trump has signed an executive order implementing an immediate freeze on federal hiring.

This action excludes essential areas such as military and key priority agencies.

It is also a cornerstone of Trump’s strategy to revamp the federal workforce and enhance operational effectiveness.

The White House emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “The president will usher in a Golden Age for America by reforming and improving the government bureaucracy to work for the American people.”

This bold vision underscores the administration’s commitment to creating a more efficient and responsive government structure.

A key aspect of the hiring freeze is its focus on eliminating what the administration views as unnecessary positions, particularly those associated with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

The White House made this clear: “He will freeze bureaucrat hiring except in essential areas to end the onslaught of useless and overpaid DEI activists buried into the federal workforce.”

This targeted approach aims to redirect resources to areas that directly contribute to a more functional government framework.

The President’s executive order explicitly states, “By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order a freeze on the hiring of Federal civilian employees, to be applied throughout the executive branch.”

Critics of the move include the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE).

AFGE has voiced concerns about potential impacts on federal programs. However, supporters argue that such measures are necessary to fight inefficiencies and reduce government bloat.

Iowa Senator Joni Ernst, a vocal advocate for bringing federal employees back to the office, highlighted the need for this change.

She said, “Service backlogs and delays, unanswered phone calls and emails, and no-show appointments are harming the health, lives, and aspirations of Americans.”

The hiring freeze is complemented by another executive action ending telework for federal employees, directing them to return to the office full-time.

This move aligns with the administration’s goal of improving government efficiency and accountability.

As the federal government undergoes this significant transformation, the Trump administration remains committed to its promise of draining the swamp and creating a leaner, more effective government that truly serves the American people.

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