President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at reinforcing probationary periods within the federal service. The move is part of an effort to enhance accountability and ensure that the federal workforce continues to operate on a merit-based system.
According to a released statement, "President Trump believes a meaningful probationary process is essential to maintaining a merit-based federal workforce that serves the American people."
The administration has emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure federal employees effectively serve the public. The statement added, "The federal workforce must work for the American people, and thanks to President Trump, the federal bureaucracy is being held accountable."
This action aligns with the President's broader goals of accountability and efficiency within government systems.