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Trump Considers Withholding Back Pay for Furloughed Workers

10/8/2025

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President Trump weighs withholding back pay for federal workers after the shutdown, based on the individual.
The plan departs from precedent, with GOP leaders including House Speaker Mike Johnson backing back pay.
The White House has discussed mass layoffs, but many Republicans warn against them amid political backlash.
About 750,000 federal workers could be furloughed, with many facing reduced paychecks.

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Story summary

President Trump weighs withholding back pay for federal workers after the shutdown, based on the individual.
The plan departs from precedent, with GOP leaders including House Speaker Mike Johnson backing back pay.
The White House has discussed mass layoffs, but many Republicans warn against them amid political backlash.
About 750,000 federal workers could be furloughed, with many facing reduced paychecks.