The Social Security Administration has instituted new rules prohibiting employees from accessing general news websites on government equipment. This move, communicated via an internal email, blocks websites such as wired.com, The Washington Post, and The New York Times, while allowing access to others like Politico. The rationale behind these blocks remains unclear, and employees fear the restrictions will hinder their ability to stay informed about local events. This policy comes amidst broader cuts at the agency, including a significant workforce reduction and resignations of senior staff.
SSA employees have been banned from accessing general news websites on government equipment, which raises concerns about information availability and job-related reporting.
The new web restrictions seem to enforce a one-size-fits-all approach that could limit employees' access to relevant local news, significantly impacting public service.
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