The White House's 'deferred resignation' program, allowing federal employees to resign while continuing to receive pay through September, has seen an estimated 75,000 participants. A federal judge lifted the temporary pause on the program, clearing the way for its completion. The program received less participation than initially anticipated by the administration, attracting less than 5% of the federal workforce.
WASHINGTON — About 75,000 federal employees have accepted the White House's 'deferred resignation' offer to resign but be paid through September, according to a spokesperson for the Office of Personnel Management. The offer's deadline closed Wednesday after a federal judge ruled to end a temporary pause to the program. NBC News cannot independently verify the number of employees who took the White House's offer.
The number of federal employees who are reported to have taken the offer amounts to less than 5% of the federal workforce. The administration had set a higher expectation, hoping that 5% to 10% of the federal workforce would accept its offer. The number of employees who accepted the offer was first reported by Semafor. In fiscal year 2023, the attrition rate of the federal workforce was 5.9%, according to the Partnership for Public Service, a nonprofit organization that promotes government service. Earlier Wednesday, U.S. District Judge George A. O’Toole Jr. allowed the resignation offer to proceed after having previously issued an order to temporarily halt it. O'Toole said in his ruling Wednesday that the unions that sued to stop the offer did not have the necessary legal standing to bring the case. The Office of Personnel Management responded to O'Toole's decision Wednesday, saying it was 'pleased the court has rejected a desperate effort to strike down the Deferred Resignation Program.' 'As of 7:00 PM tonight, the program is now closed,' OPM spokesperson McLaurine Pinover said in a statement. 'There is no longer any doubt: the Deferred Resignation Program was both legal and a valuable option for federal employees. This program was carefully designed, thoroughly vetted, and provides generous benefits so federal workers can plan for their futures.
FEDERAL EMPLOYEES RESIGNATION WHITE HOUSE DEFERRED RESIGNATION PROGRAM US DISTRICT JUDGE
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Elon Musk, White House adviser, says OpenAI deal announced at White House is a shamElon Musk is alleging that the companies behind The Stargate Project “don’t actually have the money” for the $500 billion AI data center initiative.
Read more »
Viola Davis Stars as White House Detective in 'The White House' Mystery SeriesViola Davis leads a star-studded cast in 'The White House', a political thriller where she plays Detective Cordelia Cupp, investigating a murder during a state dinner. The series delves into the complexities of power, secrets and hidden agendas within the White House, with suspects ranging from staff to guests.
Read more »
First lady Melania Trump poses in black and white official White House portraitThe White House released the official portrait of first lady Melania Trump on Monday.
Read more »
Melania Trump's Official White House Portrait Revealed in Striking Black and WhiteFormer First Lady Melania Trump's official White House portrait, captured by Belgian photographer Régine Mahaux, is a striking black and white image showcasing her in a Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo in the Yellow Oval Room. The portrait departs from traditional White House portraits with its monochromatic aesthetic and unconventional location. Mahaux aimed to capture Melania's kindness and engagement in the image, emphasizing its authenticity.
Read more »
Melania Trump's Official White House Portrait Unveiled in Striking Black and WhiteMelania Trump's official White House portrait, photographed by Régine Mahaux, has been released. The black and white image captures the former First Lady in a Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo, standing in the White House's Yellow Oval Room. Mahaux aimed to reflect Melania's kindness and engagement in the portrait, choosing a non-traditional approach with backlighting and a monochromatic aesthetic.
Read more »
House Speaker Defies White House, Orders Flags to Full-Staff for Trump's InaugurationHouse Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to raise the U.S. Capitol flags to full-staff for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, despite a White House proclamation to keep them at half-staff for former President Jimmy Carter, has sparked controversy.
Read more »