Why Federal Workers Might Reconsider Their Jobs Under New Rules

President-elect Donald Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire Elon Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, is planning to end remote work for federal employees. The idea is to push workers to quit and reduce the federal workforce. This comes after both Musk and Ramaswamy expressed concerns about remote work in the government.DOGE is considering a mandate that requires all federal employees to work five days a week in the office. This change could lead many workers to leave their jobs, potentially saving the government money. Some federal employees have expressed that they might have to move back to Washington, DC, or face long commutes if this change happens. These issues could cause stress and decrease productivity. Besides remote work, DOGE is likely to address other cost-cutting measures through executive orders. They may also use the rulemaking process for deeper cuts in the long term. The exact savings from these changes are unclear.