Federal workers in the nation’s capital are concerned about former President Donald Trump’s plan to relocate up to 100,000 federal jobs from Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., as part of his Agenda 47 proposal. The plan, reminiscent of similar moves during Trump’s previous administration, has stirred anxiety among federal employees and could impact the ongoing Senate race in Maryland.
Laura Dodson, a USDA employee, recalled the turmoil caused when her office was relocated to Kansas City under Trump’s administration, resulting in retirements and agency setbacks. Now, workers fear a repeat as Trump’s proposal threatens to uproot their lives once again.
Local leaders and businesses are alarmed by the potential economic fallout, with concerns about job losses and reduced services in the region. The plan also faces criticism from Trump’s political opponents, including both Democratic and Republican candidates in Maryland’s Senate race, who argue it could destabilize the federal workforce and harm local economies.
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