CONTROVERSIAL FEDERAL WORKER BUYOUT PLAN SPARKS NATIONAL DEBATE

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt strongly denied claims that the program represents a political purge. She emphasized that the policy is focused on cost savings and improving government efficiency rather than targeting specific individuals for political reasons.

Supporters argue that the program is a necessary reform to modernize public service. They believe it offers a voluntary way for employees who may be underperforming or uninterested in returning to the office to leave gracefully, making room for a more agile and accountable workforce.