Yes, there was a bill passed by Congress. Congress authorized it and provided the funding.
Trump is trying to do it unilaterally.
Trump is trying to do it unilaterally.
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The employee buyout plan gained wide bipartisan support after it became evident that the reduction goals would not be reached through attrition or involuntary dismissals. Congressional investigators concluded that involuntary dismissals would disproportionately affect minorities and women.
You know, one that proves you actually understand the basics of how the US government functions.