As the Trump administration’s DOGE efforts continue to have an impact across government agencies, over 12,000 employees at the General Services Administration are being notified in an agency-wide email Monday evening that a "reduction in force" is underway. (AP/Getty)
"I promise you that GSA will continue to do everything in our power to make your departure fair and dignified," the letter concludes.
Fox News Digital was told by a source familiar with the situation that 30-40 employees will be affected by the reduction at first, as the agency starts with a focused number meant to ensure the plan is executed well with minimal mistakes.
The GSA, which performs a variety of tasks including managing federal real estate and procuring goods and services, is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has 11 regional offices.
A GSA senior manager familiar with the process told Fox News Digital that the first actions will be targeted on select offices rather than the entire agency and that bargaining unit employees are not anticipated to be affected.
Additionally, the agency is looking for an additional Voluntary Early Retirement Authority, as outlined by the OPM, and will be offering severance or discontinued services annuities as appropriate.
ELON MUSK HAS A WARNING FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES STILL WORKING FROM HOME
The GSA, which performs a variety of tasks including managing federal real estate and procuring goods and services, is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has 11 regional offices. (Getty)
The executive order from earlier this month cited in the memo stated that it was intended "to restore accountability to the American public" and "commences a critical transformation of the Federal bureaucracy."
"By eliminating waste, bloat, and insularity, my Administration will empower American families, workers, taxpayers, and our system of Government itself," the executive order states.
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