Trump Signs Order to Ease Firing of 8,000 High-Paid Federal Workers

Donald Trump signs an executive order allowing for the easier dismissal of approximately 8,000 high-earning federal workers, who earn up to $200,000 annually and are considered to influence policy. This move is part of a broader initiative to reform the federal workforce. The order was released by the White House and the Office of Personnel Management on June 3, 2026.

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