USDA Moves Forward with Reorganization Amid Legal and Bipartisan Concerns
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proceeding with a series of organizational changes despite facing legal questions and bipartisan skepticism. Secretary Brooke Rollins testified before the House Appropriations Committee, stating that the reorganization aims to streamline what she described as a 'runaway bureaucracy.' The USDA plans to relocate its headquarters and shift 2,600 employees from the capital region to new regional hubs across the country. This move is part of a broader effort to address staffing inefficiencies and adapt to technological advancements. However, the fiscal 2026 appropriations bill restricts the USDA from making such changes without congressional approval. U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz also announced a reorganization within his agency, which includes moving 260 employees to a new headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. Despite these plans, there are concerns about potential job losses and the lack of detailed plans, as expressed by Rep. Chellie Pingree and other law... 
