Senator Joni Ernst emphasized the need for federal workers, particularly in the Agriculture Department, to return to in-person work, citing productivity concerns. This shift was inspired by a whistleblower's report of vacant offices. Ernst likened the telework situation to unfair labor dynamics faced by those in agriculture and manufacturing, who cannot work from home. She highlighted her commitment to hold bureaucrats accountable, promising to enhance service to Iowa farmers and treat taxpayer dollars with greater efficiency. The push aligns with President Trump's views on telework and productivity among federal employees.
"When I first discovered that the Department of Agriculture was a ghost town, I took action to end federal employees' abuse of telework and get the agency working for Iowa farmers."
"Growing up on a farm, I know what working from home really means."
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