A new executive order introduces “Schedule G,” a federal employee classification that allows the president to hire and fire workers involved in policymaking. Signed by Trump, the order is part of a broader push to reshape the civil service and increase political loyalty in government roles. Critics argue it will weaken nonpartisan public service and disrupt stable governance. The classification builds on previous efforts like Schedule F and ties into the goals of Project 2025.
See "Trump signs order creating new federal worker classification for at-will, political appointees", Michael Sainato and Rachel Leingang, The Guardian, July 18, 2025