Trump’s administration warns federal workers may lose back pay: Here’s why that breaks with decades of precedent
The Trump administration has warned federal workers may not receive back pay during the current government shutdown, breaking decades of precedent. A new memo states that back pay depends on congressional approval, reversing the 2019 law guaranteeing payment after shutdowns. This move is seen as a political tactic amid ongoing negotiations, leaving around 750,000 furloughed workers uncertain about their future pay as Congress remains deadlocked.
The Trump administration has warned federal workers may not receive back pay during the current government shutdown, breaking decades of precedent. A new memo states that back pay depends on congressional approval, reversing the 2019 law guaranteeing payment after shutdowns. This move is seen as a political tactic amid ongoing negotiations, leaving around 750,000 furloughed workers uncertain about their future pay as Congress remains deadlocked.
