The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced plans on Thursday to relocate thousands of workers from Washington, D.C., and close several buildings in the capital.
More than half of the 4,600 USDA employees working in the National Capital Region will be relocated to regional offices. By relocating employees to more affordable areas, the agency will be able to pay them less, in accordance with the federal pay scale.
In-depth coverageas the midterms
take shape.
Follow the latest midterm news, analysis, and expert perspectives with unlimited access.
See Subscription Options
Already a member? Log in
Print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account
Digital subscriber? Click here to login/register your account.