Trump Administration Plans Sale of 321 Federal Buildings Nationwide

The Trump administration has announced plans to close or sell over 320 federal properties deemed 'non-core to government operations', following an initial list of 443 that included prominent buildings like the FBI headquarters and the Department of Justice building. The General Services Administration (GSA) aims to reduce costs associated with maintaining these properties, which reportedly cost taxpayers over $430 million annually. Although Washington, D.C. properties were removed from the final list, numerous buildings across the country remain targeted, including notable sites in Chicago and Seattle. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to streamline government operations and address the significant costs tied to underutilized federal space. The GSA has emphasized that the disposal of these buildings will allow for reinvestment in essential services and improved work environments for federal employees. The move has sparked discussions about the potential impacts on federal services and operations.