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Trump's Budget Plans Push US Government Lawyers to Private Sector

The article from U.S. News & World Report discusses how former President Donald Trump's proposed budget cuts and changes to federal employment policies are driving U.S. government lawyers to seek opportunities in the private sector. Trump's plans include significant reductions in federal spending, which would impact the Department of Justice and other legal departments, leading to concerns about job security, reduced benefits, and a less favorable work environment. This shift is causing a notable exodus of experienced legal professionals from government roles, with many citing the instability and potential politicization of their work as key factors in their decision to leave. The private sector, offering better compensation and more stable career prospects, is becoming an increasingly attractive option for these lawyers.

Read the Full U.S. News & World Report Article at [ https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2024-11-27/trumps-budget-plans-push-us-government-lawyers-to-private-sector ]