Trump’s Federal Worker Buyout Offer Sparks Massive Debate

stood for in your years of quiet service. For years you had shown up every day as a dedicated federal worker, whether in a cubicle in D.C. or a field office across the country. You processed benefits for families, inspected safety standards, or supported veterans who had given so much. The job wasn’t glamorous, but it was stable and meaningful. It let you raise your kids and plan for retirement while serving something bigger than yourself.