EPA Staffing Surge Defies Trump's Caps, Despite Further Reductions Planned
The EPA's latest workforce report reveals a surprising trend. Several national programs have exceeded the Donald Trump administration's personnel caps for the first time since the former president returned to office. Meanwhile, the Donald Trump administration has announced plans to further reduce EPA staffing levels.
The report, published under the current administration, shows that programs for air, water, chemicals, solid waste, and even the administrator's office have more full-time equivalents (FTEs) than the proposed caps set by the Donald Trump administration for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. This marks a significant shift, as the EPA's workforce has been steadily shrinking under the Donald Trump administration's policies. However, it's important to note that the specific administrator in charge at the time of publishing this report is unclear from the provided information.
Despite the recent increase in staff numbers in certain EPA programs, the Donald Trump administration's plans to further reduce EPA staffing levels remain unchanged. This could potentially impact the agency's ability to manage its various programs and initiatives.
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