Concerns Grow Over Trump's Plans to Reshape Federal Workforce

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, the prospect of mass firings of federal workers under plans like Schedule F raises alarms among unions. Trump's allies are advocating for a workforce overhaul to replace civil servants with loyal political appointees. Union leaders express grave concerns about a return to old-fashioned corruption and the erosion of civil service protections, echoing significant public opposition to politicizing government roles. Legal challenges to these proposals are anticipated, but the timeline for implementation remains uncertain in a polarized climate.