Democratic lawmakers urge Congress to reject Trump administration's planned pay freeze

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton · Sep 24, 2026 · 7:08

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House and Senate Democrats are urging congressional leaders to reject the Trump administration’s planned federal pay freeze for 2027. The lawmakers also see a potential path to change the trajectory through government spending negotiations. Federal News Network’s Drew Friedman heard from leaders on the Federal Workforce Caucus yesterday morning… and she joins us with the latest.

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