White House Reviews Plans for Second Wave of Federal Layoffs

The Trump administration, led by Elon Musk's DOGE, faces backlash as workforce cuts disrupt government operations and raise national security concerns.

Over 100,000 federal employees have already been laid off under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with plans for further reductions under White House review.
Critics argue the layoffs are causing operational inefficiencies, including delays in services, program cancellations, and reduced productivity across agencies.
National security experts warn that the abrupt firing of intelligence officials with access to classified information increases counterintelligence risks.
Federal employees and unions are resisting the cuts through protests, unionization efforts, and legal challenges questioning the legality of the layoffs.
DOGE's cost-cutting measures have been criticized for chaotic implementation, failing to produce significant savings, and demoralizing the federal workforce.

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