federal workers

Shelley Washington of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) represents thousands of workers in the Social Security Administration. A 35-year veteran of the agency, he shares what may be lost to severe cuts championed by the White House.

If granted, the order would halt firings and temporarily reinstate workers.

Protesters wonder if the party is using the right tactics.

The suit claims the mass layoffs are illegal and harm states.

State officials say they expect the state to bring in $280 million less in revenue, largely as a result of federal spending cuts.

The Moore-Miller administration announced its plan to absorb fired federal workers into the state government’s workforce, at a news conference on Friday.

“It's awful to be thrust back into the workforce due to no fault of your own.”

The new administration's efforts to reshape federal government puts many of Maryland's federal workers in the crosshairs.

“We are the ones who see firsthand the challenges our neighbors face. Therefore, it is our responsibility to respond with empathy, support and action,” said the county executive during a press conference Friday morning.

They warn services are threatened.