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Russia and China seek to recruit fired US federal workers amid Trump's mass layoffs plan

Foreign adversaries are trying to recruit fired US federal employees and "capitalize" on Trump's mass layoffs plan, according to reports.

The article from MSN discusses how Russia and China are reportedly attempting to recruit former U.S. federal employees who have been laid off as part of former President Donald Trump's proposed mass layoffs plan. This initiative, if implemented, would see significant reductions in the federal workforce, potentially leading to a pool of experienced government workers available for hire. Intelligence reports suggest that these countries are particularly interested in individuals with access to sensitive information or those who have worked in key national security roles. The recruitment efforts are seen as an opportunity for these nations to gain insights into U.S. government operations, policies, and possibly classified information. This situation has raised concerns about national security and the potential for espionage, prompting discussions on how to safeguard against such recruitment and protect national interests.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/russia-and-china-seek-to-recruit-fired-us-federal-workers-amid-trump-s-mass-layoffs-plan/ar-AA1AaJBv