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Inside the Trump Purge: Federal Workers Tell Their Stories

The Daily

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Job Insecurity and Emotional Turmoil

This chapter explores the anxiety and insecurity faced by a probationary federal employee amid a sudden evaluation process that targets individuals in their early employment phase. The speaker recounts the distressing experience of unexpectedly being terminated, along with the emotional chaos surrounding the lack of clarity and support within the organization. Through personal anecdotes, the chapter highlights the psychological toll of job insecurity, especially against a backdrop of political instability.

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