In the aftermath of a deadly air crash that claimed 67 lives, the FAA faced a challenging day with federal personnel officials sending an email encouraging employees to seek jobs outside government. This unusual move suggested federal workers might be more productive in the private sector, despite raising legal concerns about holding second jobs while employed by the government. Complicating matters, President Trump publicly stated that lax hiring standards contributed to the crash, casting further doubt over the staffing issues within the FAA. The email's timing was particularly sensitive given the ongoing crisis.
Just before 8:30 p.m. the Office of Personnel Management encouraged F.A.A. workers to look for new jobs outside of government, amidst concerns about air traffic control productivity.
The email suggested that employees could explore second jobs while remaining on the public payroll, despite being previously informed that such actions are illegal.
President Trump blamed air crash factors on 'lax' hiring standards among air traffic controllers, amid ongoing staffing shortages in that critical area.
The tone and timing of the email were especially difficult for F.A.A. employees, coming just after a tragic air crash that killed 67 people.
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