One bright spot in DC chaos: Businesses giving federal workers free perks

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• DC businesses are offering federal workers discounts and deals amid mass firings by the Trump administration.
• Five owners told BI they want to support the federal workers who make up a good chunk of their customers.
• The deals range from free pet exams to exercise classes.

A free coffee won't solve all of their problems. But it may give federal workers a much-needed moment of joy and a sense of community.

That's the goal for Matt Bormet...