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A GAO report reveals that the US government spent $9.5 billion on paid administrative leave for federal employees in 2025, marking a 435% increase from 2023. This initiative is linked to efforts aimed at reducing the federal workforce.
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A GAO report reveals that the US government spent $9.5 billion on paid administrative leave for federal employees in 2025, marking a 435% increase from 2023. This initiative is linked to efforts aimed at reducing the federal workforce.
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US Government Paid $9.5 Billion in Administrative Leave in 2025, GAO Report Shows