The State Department will soon notify employees affected by its long-awaited reduction in force, kick-starting the final stage of its reorganization, according to an internal memo obtained by The Daily Signal.
“Secretary [of State Marco] Rubio, at the direction of President [Donald] Trump, has undertaken a historic reorganization of the State Department, which was thoughtfully and deliberately executed by department leadership,” a senior State Department official told The Daily Signal. “The ‘America First’ State Department will better serve the American people.”
After individuals are notified, State will “focus its attention on delivering results-driven diplomacy,” the memo from Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Michael Riggs said.
“Following those notifications, Under Secretary, bureau, and independent office reporting line changes will take effect, consistent with the attached final organizational chart,” Riggs wrote.
More specific guidance and communication will be given in coming weeks.
Rubio announced the massive reorganization in April with the goal of focusing “resources on policy priorities and eliminate redundant functions, empowering our people while increasing accountability.”
In May, Rubio “reviewed and approved thoughtful plans submitted by the bureaus, which included a targeted reduction in domestic workforce.”
“On behalf of Department leadership, we extend our gratitude for your hard work and commitment to executing this reorganization and for your ongoing dedication to advancing U.S. national interests across the world,” the memo reads.
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