Trump's Terms Desks, wi-fi, toilet paper in short supply for some feds ordered back to office
Mar 26, 2025
Federal workers are facing unexpected challenges as they return to the office. Shortages of desks, monitors, and even toilet paper create absurd situations, like considering storage units for workspaces. Many employees are also anxious about potential relocations and the overall impracticality of new arrangements. The push for remote work versus traditional office settings adds to the tension. Listen in for an amusing take on the chaos surrounding federal office reassignments.
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Storage Unit Office
- A USDA employee, ordered back to the office, was given a list of potential locations.
- One location was a storage unit used to store a boat, highlighting the confusion around the return-to-office order.
Office Shortages
- Federal employees face shortages of basic supplies like toilet paper and desks upon returning to offices.
- Some FDA employees are even hesitant to drink the building's water due to previous Legionella bacteria findings.
Telework Savings
- Teleworking had saved taxpayers over $230 million in 2023.
- Many federal agencies previously encouraged remote work to cut costs on real estate and utilities.