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The unusually large collection of former federal workers who have jumped into political campaigns — many but not all as Democrats — illustrates one of the byproducts of the administration’s aggressive attacks on the bureaucracy.
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The large collection of former federal workers jumping into political campaigns illustrates a byproduct of the administration’s attacks on the bureaucracy
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{ "cause": "Administration\u2019s aggressive attacks on the bureaucracy", "event": "Former federal workers jumping into political campaigns" } - Subject Tags
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- February 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM (6 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM (6 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/11/us/politics/federal-workers-candidates.html
Numerous former federal employees are running for office at various levels, motivated by the Trump administration's actions. Many are Democrats, seeking to challenge incumbents and bring their expertise to Congress. The article highlights their motivations and the challenges they face.
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