USDA union leaders rally against proposed DC downsizing

Union leaders from the USDA are up in arms over the Trump administration's plan to relocate over 2,500 employees from the D.C. headquarters to regional offices nationwide. During an online briefing, these leaders argued that this move would disrupt operations and diminish the department's effectiveness. This push for downsizing is seen as a significant administrative change that could alter the USDA's operational landscape, raising concerns about efficiency, service delivery, and the potential impact on federal-local relations.