Trump extends federal hiring freeze through July 15

President Trump has extended a hiring pause for new federal employees until July 15 as part of his strategy to shrink the government and implement a merit hiring plan. The memo details that no vacant positions can be filled, and no new positions may be created, with exceptions for military and public safety roles. Additionally, agencies are urged to efficiently reallocate existing personnel while emphasizing the prohibition of circumventing the hiring freeze through external contracting. When the freeze lifts, hiring will be limited to one new employee for every four that leave, excluding key positions.

"No Federal civilian position that is presently vacant may be filled, and no new position may be created, except as otherwise provided for in this memorandum or required by applicable law."

"Contracting outside the Federal Government to circumvent the intent of this memorandum is prohibited," Trump warned.

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