US EditionPresident Trump says some furloughed federal workers ‘don’t deserve’ backpay
- President Donald Trump stated on October 7 that some furloughed federal workers do not deserve to receive back pay after the government shutdown.
- Following a new White House legal review, it was announced that approximately 750,000 federal workers placed on furlough during the government shutdown may not receive compensation for the unpaid period upon their return.
- In the past, federal law—including a 2019 measure ensuring back pay—guaranteed that federal employees would be compensated after government shutdowns.
- Trump told reporters, 'It depends on who we’re talking about,' suggesting selective payment, and reiterated, 'For the most part, we're gonna take care of our people.'
- The administration’s stance introduces uncertainty about back pay, raising concerns about a significant shift from established precedent.
60 Articles
60 Articles
Some government workers may not get back pay when shutdown ends: Trump
President Donald Trump opened the door to blocking back pay for certain federal workers when the government reopens, a move that would heighten legal scrutiny of the administration’s maneuvers during the shutdown.
Trump plays mob boss and vows to ‘take care of' federal workers
While speaking with reporters Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened to target certain federal workers. When asked whether his administration supports back pay for workers who have been furloughed as a result of the GOP’s government shutdown, Trump reassured that federal workers will be taken care of—well, some of them will be. “I would say it depends on who we're talking about. I can tell you this. The Democrats have put a lot of people in …
Dnevni list Danas
n1info.rsUS President Donald Trump said tonight that federal employees furloughed during the current budget shutdown will not automatically receive their back pay, despite a law passed during his first term.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 46% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
