Senator Ernst to propose measures on telework and office space during meeting with Musk and Ramaswamy

Senator Joni Ernst is set to propose new measures to reduce telework and sell unused government office space during her first meeting with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. This meeting is part of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency. Ernst's plan includes relocating federal employees from Washington, D.C., to areas with relevant expertise and aims for a 60% occupancy rate in government buildings. Currently, many buildings are underutilized, with an average occupancy rate of just 12%. The proposal also addresses issues of telework abuse, suggesting that performance should determine remote work eligibility. Ernst's findings indicate that a significant number of teleworking employees may be incorrectly receiving higher pay rates based on locality.