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317,000 Federal Workers Depart Amid Trump Administration Turmoil

12/18/2025

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Under the Trump administration, 317,000 federal workers have left their jobs, triggering turmoil across federal agencies.
Liz Goggin, a former clinical social worker, left her position due to untenable working conditions amid mass firings.
Keri Murphy, a probationary employee, faced a chaotic purge.
Both have since sought new employment with reduced pay and benefits, and express a desire to return to government service under different leadership.

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Story summary

Under the Trump administration, 317,000 federal workers have left their jobs, triggering turmoil across federal agencies.
Liz Goggin, a former clinical social worker, left her position due to untenable working conditions amid mass firings.
Keri Murphy, a probationary employee, faced a chaotic purge.
Both have since sought new employment with reduced pay and benefits, and express a desire to return to government service under different leadership.