Federal workers at the USDA headquarters instructed to evacuate offices to make room for soldiers taking part in an upcoming military parade
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made a unique contribution to an upcoming historic event, as some of its employees in Washington, D.C., prepare to work remotely for three weeks starting from June 1. The USDA's South Building, once the largest office building in the world, will be transformed into temporary accommodation for service members participating in the Army's 250th anniversary parade, which coincides with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday on June 14.
The USDA has a history of providing space for soldiers during past inaugurations, and will continue to do so for this significant parade. The Military will provide logistical support for eating, sleeping, and showering during the event. Access to the USDA's South Building will be restricted to essential employees from June 1 through June 20.
The USDA is proud to support this historic event, and has the capacity to accommodate the soldiers who are part of the parade. Maximum telework is recommended for individuals who work in the USDA's South Building. Some USDA employees were notified where they are being assigned to report for in-person work with a compliance deadline of June 2.
The estimated cost of the Army's 250th anniversary parade is between $25 to $45 million. The parade's organisational details, such as the name of the USDA employee who arranged the use of the South Building from June 1 to June 20, 2022, remain undisclosed.
It's worth noting that the Trump administration has largely ended telework flexibility for federal employees, which may explain the remote work directive for some USDA employees during this period. The Army spokesperson did not provide details on which specific General Services Administration or Agriculture Department buildings would be used for the parade.
In a separate development, the USDA is planning to offload one of its D.C. headquarters as part of a relocation plan for employees. The exact details of this plan are yet to be announced.
The USDA's South Building, completed in 1936, was once the largest office building in the world before the Pentagon was built in 1942. This historic building will now play a significant role in celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary, making it a symbol of unity and tradition.
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