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The New York Times identified at least 34 novice candidates who worked in the federal government until last year, including some who left after careers that spanned decades.
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The New York Times identified at least 34 novice candidates who worked in the federal government until last year
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The New York Times
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News Article
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{
    "statistic": "At least 34 novice candidates",
    "time_period": "Until last year",
    "organization": "The New York Times"
}
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Politics Government
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM (6 months ago)

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Former Federal Workers Are Running for Office, Fueled by Trump’s Attacks on the Bureaucracy
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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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