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Unions, NGOs, States Sue Trump Over USDA Relocation Plan

7/8/2026

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Labor unions, nonprofits and governments sued to block the U.S. President Donald Trump administration’s USDA employee relocation.
The plaintiffs argue the plan breaches a 2026 appropriations provision requiring congressional approval for moves.
USDA employees have received letters ordering relocation by September or October and offering benefits, retirement authority and separation incentive payments.
Office of Personnel Management data shows USDA’s workforce fell from over 98,000 in 2024 to about 77,500 now.

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Labor unions, nonprofits and governments sued to block the U.S. President Donald Trump administration’s USDA employee relocation.
The plaintiffs argue the plan breaches a 2026 appropriations provision requiring congressional approval for moves.
USDA employees have received letters ordering relocation by September or October and offering benefits, retirement authority and separation incentive payments.
Office of Personnel Management data shows USDA’s workforce fell from over 98,000 in 2024 to about 77,500 now.