Guvernul lui Trump le-a dat aproape 10 miliarde dolari angajaților federali să stea acasă, anul trecut

The Trump administration spent $9.5 billion in 2025 on paid administrative leave for federal employees, significantly increasing costs compared to 2023. This rise was attributed to a controversial program aimed at reducing government size, which allowed employees to take extended paid leave before resigning. The Government Accountability Office reported that this program cost approximately $6.7 billion, with over 144,000 employees participating. The Office of Personnel Management defended the program, claiming it would save taxpayers $40 billion annually. Critics, including Senator Patty Murray, argued that this approach wasted taxpayer money and undermined government efficiency.