Housing Secretary Scott Turner initiated a 'DOGE' task force amid escalating federal layoffs to optimize HUD's spending and curb waste, fraud, and abuse. Turner emphasized a departure from traditional operations, reflecting urgency in financial oversight. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency claimed to have recovered $1.9 billion in misplaced HUD funds, though details remain scant. Unofficial reports indicate drastic staff reductions of up to 75% are being considered in some areas. Agency morale appears to be low as officials express concerns regarding imminent layoffs without clear public communications from HUD.
'We are no longer in a business-as-usual posture and the DOGE task force will play a critical role in helping to identify and eliminate waste, fraud and abuse.'
'It's essential for us to be precise and transparent in our communication about HUD’s budget and operational changes.'
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