Job openings among the largest U.S. federal contractors have plummeted at 25x the rate of all other jobs amid DOGE cuts, report finds
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Recent data reveals a notable 15% decline in job openings at the top 25 U.S. government contractors since January, attributed to significant funding cuts implemented by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. This strategic reduction not only impacts the federal workforce but also extends to private sector firms like Boeing and Deloitte, which have seen contract cancellations. While job opportunities generally remained steady with a mere 0.6% dip in other sectors, experts warn that the DOGE's claimed savings are exaggerated, signaling a critical juncture for contractors facing dwindling opportunities.
These cuts have made their mark on the private sector, with tech companies like Oracle and Leidos reportedly having contracts terminated by DOGE as part of the Pentagon's goal to slash $580 million in funding.
Listings for all other jobs dipped only 0.6% in the same period, highlighting a stark contrast in employment opportunities between the government contractor sector and the broader job market.
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