The CIA has offered buyouts to its workforce as part of the Trump administration’s efforts to overhaul the federal government. The offer includes eight months of pay and benefits, similar to other federal agencies, but some high-priority employees will not be eligible. Director John Ratcliffe is aiming to ensure the CIA is responsive to national security priorities and has promised not to politicize intelligence decisions. The agency says the move is part of a strategy to bring in new leaders and enhance its mission delivery. However, federal employee unions, lawyers, and Democratic lawmakers have advised workers not to accept the offers, citing legal concerns and lack of congressional authorization. The exact size of the CIA’s workforce remains classified, as is the case with other intelligence agencies. Ratcliffe, a former member of Congress and director of national intelligence under Trump, was confirmed as CIA director on Jan. 23. This article was first published on NBC News.
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