Michael Rigas

“First and foremost, we want to thank them for their dedication and service to the United States.”

Michael Rigas · said 2025-07-10 · reported 2025-07-11

Michael Rigas thanked employees facing termination for their service to the nation.

“The objective from the start was clear: focus resources on policy priorities and eliminate redundant functions, empowering our people while increasing accountability.”

Michael Rigas · said 2025-07-10 · reported 2025-07-11

Michael Rigas outlined the core objectives of the department's reorganization plan in an agency-wide email.

“In April, the Secretary announced the largest reorganization of the Department in decades,”

Michael Rigas · said 2025-07-10 · reported 2025-07-11

Michael Rigas addressed State Department employees in an email announcing the mass reorganization.