The U.S. government has executed a buyout offering for federal employees, with 20,000 workers taking advantage of this program. This initiative allows employees to cease their duties and remain on payroll until September 30. However, several concerns have arisen regarding the legality and funding of these buyouts, particularly if such expenditures were authorized by Congress. The current funding crisis, with a deadline approaching in March 2025, raises questions about the sustainability of these payments, leading to skepticism among employees regarding the reliability of this offer. Historically, federal workforce attrition averages around 6% per year; thus, this buyout could exacerbate staffing issues. Critics suggest that this strategy may weaken the federal workforce by pushing skilled employees to leave while keeping less proactive workers. Predications of further layoffs loomed, with estimates citing a target of reducing staff by 5-10%.