The Trump administration's recent culling of federal contracts, as reported by its Department of Government Efficiency, reveals a significant inefficacy in cost-saving measures. Out of 1,125 contracts deemed canceled, an alarming 417—nearly 40%—are projected to yield no financial savings for the government. This stems from the fact that funds for these contracts are already fully obligated. Critics note the futility of such cancellations, while an official justifies them as necessary against perceived dead weight, despite not translating to savings.
"It's like confiscating used ammunition after it's been shot when there's nothing left in it. It doesn't accomplish any policy objective," said Charles Tiefer, a retired University of Baltimore law professor and expert on government contracting law.
An administration official said it made sense to cancel contracts that are seen as potential dead weight, even if the moves do not yield any savings.
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