Trump Official Posts Fashion Videos Amid Federal Worker Layoffs

McLaurine Pinover, the chief spokesperson for the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), was caught using her government office to create fashion influencer videos for Instagram, in apparent violation of federal rules. During times when OPM oversaw significant layoffs of federal workers, Pinover posted videos modeling outfits and providing affiliate links for potential commissions. These actions coincided with government directives for workforce reductions, including a day significant layoffs were announced in her own department. Her behavior drew criticism for failing to support her team while defending mass layoffs. The Electronic Code of Federal Regulations mandates that federal employees use official time for official duties, which Pinover's actions appeared to contravene. Following media inquiries, Pinover closed her account, but the controversy highlights concerns about the use of government resources for personal benefit.