Summary
A government report found that under President Trump’s administration, nearly $7 billion was paid to federal employees who were encouraged to leave their jobs but remained on paid leave instead of working. The use of paid leave by federal workers increased significantly during the first two years of this administration.Key Facts
- The Trump administration encouraged some federal employees to leave their jobs.
- These employees were paid nearly $7 billion while not working.
- Paid leave usage by federal workers rose by 435% in the first two years of President Trump’s term.
- The information comes from a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
- The payments were part of an effort called "DOGE" (details unspecified in the extract).
- The workers stayed on paid leave instead of actively working or officially resigning.
- This report was released on a Tuesday (date not specified).
