The Trump administration published and then removed a list of 443 federal office properties that were deemed “not core to government operations” and subject to sale. The list was later revised to target 320 properties, with 21 in Maryland. Lawmakers criticized the administration for the confusion and lack of planning, with Sen. Chris Van Hollen calling it a “reckless assault” on public services and federal workers.
Representative Steny Hoyer condemned the administration’s actions as “sloppy and unserious,” noting that many essential buildings were included on the list. The General Services Administration (GSA) stated that the properties would be sold due to being empty, underutilized, and functionally obsolete as a result of underfunding.
Rep. Mike Ezell highlighted a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) showing that federal agencies were using a small percentage of their headquarters building spaces. Despite the need for more efficient disposal of federal office properties, Arizona Rep. Greg Stanton criticized the Trump administration for its lack of proper procedures and the confusion caused by the proposed sales.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services stated they were unaware of the proposed sales and did not approve any of their current office locations to be listed. The GSA said the list would be republished after reevaluation to make it easier for stakeholders to understand.
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