How to Silence the Federal Workforce

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The Trump administration plans to require federal workers to sign NDAs to restrict sharing non-public information, though its legal validity is questionable.
Legal experts argue the NDAs aim to intimidate whistleblowers, adding to existing threats like layoffs and reduced protections.
The NDA could be redundant since laws already govern classified information disclosure and protect whistleblowers.
The agreement purports to bind workers even after leaving federal service, which is seen as unlawful under First Amendment rights.
Trump's history with NDAs shows they often fail in court but serve to intimidate and impose costs on dissenters.
The proposal is in early stages, with public feedback possible, but signals a clear message to suppress federal workforce speech.

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