The deferred resignation program has largely reshaped the federal workforce this year. The new program from the Trump administration asked employees to agree to quit their jobs in exchange for seven months of paid leave. The program ultimately led to more than 154,000 employees officially leaving the government’s rolls on Sept. 30. But even after that deadline passed, many federal employees who took the DRP are still unsure about their status, next steps and legal exposure. We get more from Michael Fallings, a managing partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC.

Plus, thousands of IRS employees have left their jobs this year — and even more cuts are on the way. Many of the impacted IRS employees who have officially parted from the agency are now facing an uncertain future. One retired federal employee recently launched a volunteer network to help those individuals find their footing, by offering free career coaching, resume help and emotional support to those navigating life after government service. Perry DiToto, the creator of the network, called “Career Support For You,” shares more.

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