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Trump plan: 1% federal raise for 2026, potential 2027 pay freeze for civilian workers

The proposal grants a 1% raise for civilian federal employees in 2026 but would hold most federal pay flat in 2027, while providing a 3.8% increase for law enforcement to aid recruitment and retention.

Published Aug 31, 2026, 1:24 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

After granting a 1% raise for 2026, civilian federal workers could face a compensation freeze in 2027 under a new pay plan from President Donald Trump.

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