In the aftermath of significant job cuts, former federal workers have been navigating a landscape of new careers, relocations, and personal challenges. Many are turning to tailored job search resources to maintain their commitment to public service, with a notable shift towards local government positions. Initiatives like Work for America are providing former federal employees with renewed hope and opportunities. As they seek to fulfill their calling in state and city jobs, local governments have hired hundreds of these individuals, helping them find a new purpose in their careers.