Noem offers Homeland Security employee buyouts in move to shrink department
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sent an email offering employees buyouts, deferred resignation or early retirement until April 14.
"I am writing to share important news regarding new voluntary workforce transition programs approved for immediate implementation across the Department," Noem wrote, according to Politico. Danielle Wallace is a breaking news and politics reporter at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to danielle.wallace@fox.com and on X: @danimwallace.
She said the options "reflect our commitment to aligning our workforce with the evolving mission needs while supporting the personal and professional goals of our dedicated employees."
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