Democrats plan last-ditch attempt at a federal pay raise in 2027
Democrats are attempting to secure a 2027 federal pay raise during government spending negotiations. This effort follows the Trump administration's decision to deny raises to most civilian federal employees.
With limited time to act and no guarantee of success, Democrats are eyeing government spending negotiations as their best shot at still getting a 2027 federal pay raise across the finish line after the Trump administration denied raises to most civilian federal workers.
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