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Governors Welcome Fired Federal Workers For State Jobs

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin prepares to leave after President Donald Trump signed an executive order barring transgender female athletes from competing in women's or girls' sporting events, in the Ea

Amid the wave of job cuts in the federal government, some governors across the United States, primarily Democrats, are extending a welcoming hand to former federal employees who lost their jobs due to the Trump administration's cost-cutting measures. These governors are encouraging these workers to apply for job openings in their respective states, with some states even expediting the hiring process for these applicants.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a recruitment effort to hire ex-federal workers, emphasizing the state's support for these individuals. Similarly, Hawaii Governor Josh Green signed an executive order to fast-track hiring for laid-off federal workers, aiming to fill thousands of open positions in the state.

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