Thousands of people tuned in to a town hall with members of Maryland’s congressional delegation seeking answers about changes to the federal workforce. Rep. Glenn Ivey reported over 14,000 participants on the Zoom call, which was also accessible by phone due to high interest. The town hall followed a federal judge blocking President Trump’s plan to offer deferred resignations, leaving uncertainty about its implementation.
During the call, Rep. Steny Hoyer criticized Trump’s actions towards federal workers as illegal and demeaning, urging impacted employees not to accept new agreements. Former head of the Office of Personnel Management, Rob Shriver, advised workers on filing appeals and lawsuits to challenge executive actions affecting them.
The delegation fielded questions from concerned workers, discussing potential legal actions and urging affected employees to seek assistance through resources like Employ Prince George’s and American Job Center. They also addressed the challenges faced by federal employees living outside the D.C. region, highlighting the need for bipartisan support in Congress to address the ongoing issues.
Prince George’s County Council Chair Jolene Ivey encouraged those looking for jobs to utilize available resources and apply for unemployment. The county, home to many federal workers, faced budget constraints in providing relief efforts. Overall, the town hall provided valuable insights and guidance for employees navigating the changes to the federal workforce.
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