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July 24, 2025USDA implements RIF forcing 2,600 relocations under reorganization
USDA forces 2,600 DC workers to relocate or resign without severance
USDA will relocate 2,600 of 4,600 Washington employees to five regional hubs on Jul. 24, 2025
Regional hubs in Utah, Colorado, Missouri, Indiana, and North Carolina
Historic Beltsville Agricultural Research Center will be shuttered after 115 years
15,364 employees already accepted "voluntary" retirement buyouts
95% of USDA already works outside DC—move targets coordination staff
Employees who refuse moves get terminated "for cause," losing retirement benefits
Union leaders call it ploy to force resignations without paying severance
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