Donald Trump and Elon Musk's campaign to cut federal operations through their Department of Efficiency (DOGE) is jeopardizing essential services, particularly in the IRS and USDA. The anticipated layoffs, notably of 6,000 IRS employees, may disrupt tax season with slower refunds and unresponsive customer service. Further cuts at the USDA threaten the capabilities of experts working on critical issues, like avian flu, potentially exacerbating public health risks. These trends suggest a troubling future for federal efficiency and effectiveness, affecting all Americans significantly.
"We can expect Americans to experience a return to slower refunds, to longer waits on hold, to dropped calls. It's going to be a real impact on customer service right as taxes are due this year."
"If you starve the IRS, you're going to be providing a feast to tax evaders. An underpaid and understaffed IRS, will make it much easier for wealthy taxpayers to underreport their incomes."
"Musk and DOGE's efforts are indiscriminate and cuts affecting USDA food and safety experts could worsen the effects and spread of bird flu."
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