Elon Musk Met With Head of National Security Agency This Week, Spokesman SaysElon Musk is pursuing a restructuring of U.S. intelligence agencies, emphasizing cybersecurity and collaboration with tech leadership for enhanced national security.
CISA officials jump ship, both pushed for Secure by DesignCISA experiences leadership changes as top officials resign, raising concerns over cybersecurity efforts amid staffing cuts.
CISA scrambles to contact fired employees after court rules layoffs 'unlawful' | TechCrunchCISA is actively reaching out to over 130 former employees to reinstate them following a court ruling.
Top intelligence lawmaker fears China may exploit DOGE's changes to governmentChinese espionage may exploit distracted federal workers due to government restructuring and workforce reductions.
Elon Musk Met With Head of National Security Agency This Week, Spokesman SaysElon Musk is pursuing a restructuring of U.S. intelligence agencies, emphasizing cybersecurity and collaboration with tech leadership for enhanced national security.
CISA officials jump ship, both pushed for Secure by DesignCISA experiences leadership changes as top officials resign, raising concerns over cybersecurity efforts amid staffing cuts.
CISA scrambles to contact fired employees after court rules layoffs 'unlawful' | TechCrunchCISA is actively reaching out to over 130 former employees to reinstate them following a court ruling.
Top intelligence lawmaker fears China may exploit DOGE's changes to governmentChinese espionage may exploit distracted federal workers due to government restructuring and workforce reductions.
Trump administration briefing: Trump changes tack on tariffs again as US plans to close consulatesTrump delays tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico despite recent trade tensions.
Trump Says Future Job Cuts Will Be Done With Scalpel' Not a Hatchet'Trump's next phase for workforce cuts will be precise and collaborative, involving input from cabinet secretaries and Elon Musk.
Why is Elon Musk so obsessed with 'ghost employees'?Elon Musk's push for verifying employee existence reflects broader efforts to ensure accountability within organizations.
Elon Musk Reportedly Wants the Government to Shut Down So He Can Do Something DarkElon Musk reportedly hopes for a government shutdown to facilitate firing federal workers, threatening agencies and budget cuts.
DOGE layoffs: Are you impacted?The Trump administration's DOGE initiative led to significant layoffs in the federal workforce, affecting thousands.
Elon Musk tells Republicans he isn't to blame for mass firings of federal workersElon Musk is distancing himself from mass federal worker firings, asserting that hiring and firing decisions are up to individual agencies.
Trump administration briefing: Trump changes tack on tariffs again as US plans to close consulatesTrump delays tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico despite recent trade tensions.
Trump Says Future Job Cuts Will Be Done With Scalpel' Not a Hatchet'Trump's next phase for workforce cuts will be precise and collaborative, involving input from cabinet secretaries and Elon Musk.
Why is Elon Musk so obsessed with 'ghost employees'?Elon Musk's push for verifying employee existence reflects broader efforts to ensure accountability within organizations.
Elon Musk Reportedly Wants the Government to Shut Down So He Can Do Something DarkElon Musk reportedly hopes for a government shutdown to facilitate firing federal workers, threatening agencies and budget cuts.
DOGE layoffs: Are you impacted?The Trump administration's DOGE initiative led to significant layoffs in the federal workforce, affecting thousands.
Elon Musk tells Republicans he isn't to blame for mass firings of federal workersElon Musk is distancing himself from mass federal worker firings, asserting that hiring and firing decisions are up to individual agencies.
With CDC injury prevention team gutted, 'we will not know what is killing us'Laid-off CDC staff were about to launch critical initiatives for tracking injuries and concussions before being cut.
Critics Slam Trump's Plan to Fill Federal Government With "Political Cronies"The proposed rule could politicize federal jobs, affecting 50,000 civil servants by removing their job protections.
Judge orders thousands of fired federal workers to be rehiredFederal agencies are ordered to reinstate thousands of employees fired under Trump's initiative to reduce the federal workforce.
A Judge Ordered the U.S. to Rehire Thousands of WorkersA federal judge ordered the rehiring of thousands of unlawfully fired workers from six federal agencies, deeming the mass firings a sham.
Judge Orders Thousands of Fired Federal Employees to Be Reinstated ImmediatelyFederal judge reinstates thousands of illegally fired probationary federal workers, protecting their employment rights against the Trump administration's actions.
Fired for no reason'Trump's federal layoffs significantly reduced the firefighting workforce, jeopardizing wildfire preparedness.
Trump to 'Take Good Care' of Veterans by Firing 80,000 VA EmployeesTrump's administration aggressively cuts federal spending and agency staffing, notably affecting the Department of Veterans Affairs.A potential reduction of 80,000 jobs at the VA could disrupt care and services for veterans.
IRS drafting plans to cut as much as half of its 90,000-person workforce, AP sources sayIRS plans significant workforce reduction potentially affecting half of its employees, risking operational efficiency.
Judge orders thousands of fired federal workers to be rehiredFederal agencies are ordered to reinstate thousands of employees fired under Trump's initiative to reduce the federal workforce.
A Judge Ordered the U.S. to Rehire Thousands of WorkersA federal judge ordered the rehiring of thousands of unlawfully fired workers from six federal agencies, deeming the mass firings a sham.
Judge Orders Thousands of Fired Federal Employees to Be Reinstated ImmediatelyFederal judge reinstates thousands of illegally fired probationary federal workers, protecting their employment rights against the Trump administration's actions.
Fired for no reason'Trump's federal layoffs significantly reduced the firefighting workforce, jeopardizing wildfire preparedness.
Trump to 'Take Good Care' of Veterans by Firing 80,000 VA EmployeesTrump's administration aggressively cuts federal spending and agency staffing, notably affecting the Department of Veterans Affairs.A potential reduction of 80,000 jobs at the VA could disrupt care and services for veterans.
IRS drafting plans to cut as much as half of its 90,000-person workforce, AP sources sayIRS plans significant workforce reduction potentially affecting half of its employees, risking operational efficiency.
Federal workers protest outside Javits Center to rally against illegal mass firings | amNewYorkPublic protests against mass federal layoffs highlight widespread disapproval of DOGE's approach to government efficiency.
It was messy': Federal workers ordered to return to offices without desks, Wi-Fi and lightsFederal workers face significant challenges returning to the office, including inadequate technology and workspace confusion.
Federal Workers Fired by Elon Musk's DOGE Live in These Cities: Here's How the Housing Market Is RespondingCost-cutting measures led by Elon Musk's DOGE have impacted federal job security, potentially affecting the DC housing market.
No Toilet Paper and No Privacy: Returning to the Office, Federal Workers Walk Into ChaosFederal workers face logistical challenges and shortages upon returning to office environments, leading to low morale and inefficiencies.
Building a Stronger Federal Workforce in an Era of Cost-CuttingFederal agencies must focus on developing internal workforce capabilities due to rising costs and job cuts.
DOGE places entire staff of homelessness agency on leaveThe USICH staff was placed on administrative leave amid federal workforce reductions, impacting homelessness policy execution.
Federal workers protest outside Javits Center to rally against illegal mass firings | amNewYorkPublic protests against mass federal layoffs highlight widespread disapproval of DOGE's approach to government efficiency.
It was messy': Federal workers ordered to return to offices without desks, Wi-Fi and lightsFederal workers face significant challenges returning to the office, including inadequate technology and workspace confusion.
Federal Workers Fired by Elon Musk's DOGE Live in These Cities: Here's How the Housing Market Is RespondingCost-cutting measures led by Elon Musk's DOGE have impacted federal job security, potentially affecting the DC housing market.
No Toilet Paper and No Privacy: Returning to the Office, Federal Workers Walk Into ChaosFederal workers face logistical challenges and shortages upon returning to office environments, leading to low morale and inefficiencies.
Building a Stronger Federal Workforce in an Era of Cost-CuttingFederal agencies must focus on developing internal workforce capabilities due to rising costs and job cuts.
DOGE places entire staff of homelessness agency on leaveThe USICH staff was placed on administrative leave amid federal workforce reductions, impacting homelessness policy execution.
The Manufactured Chaos in GovernmentFederal employees face not just low morale but systemic dysfunction due to recent government policies affecting their work environment.
NOAA scientists scrub toilets, rethink experiments after service contracts endDisruptions in contracts at the Montlake lab compromise safety and operational support, reflecting wider chaos affecting federal agencies under the current administration.
How Trump's Return-to-Office Order Is Impacting the DC Real-Estate Scene - WashingtonianFederal workers returning to office face expensive housing markets after relocating during remote work.
Strong Jobs Growth Is Overshadowed by Tariff Turmoil, Dimming Prospects for Housing Market RevivalDespite unexpected job growth, economic uncertainty from tariffs may hinder housing market recovery.
DOGE cuts haven't upended DC's rental market yet - but a more powerful catalyst could send rents soaringRent in Washington, DC rose 3.3% in February, contrasting with nationwide declines, amid ongoing shifts in the housing market influenced by federal workforce changes.
How Trump's Return-to-Office Order Is Impacting the DC Real-Estate Scene - WashingtonianFederal workers returning to office face expensive housing markets after relocating during remote work.
Strong Jobs Growth Is Overshadowed by Tariff Turmoil, Dimming Prospects for Housing Market RevivalDespite unexpected job growth, economic uncertainty from tariffs may hinder housing market recovery.
DOGE cuts haven't upended DC's rental market yet - but a more powerful catalyst could send rents soaringRent in Washington, DC rose 3.3% in February, contrasting with nationwide declines, amid ongoing shifts in the housing market influenced by federal workforce changes.
Exclusive | Workers at military health agency spent $3.3 million and 87,000 hours working on their own union benefitsFederal workers spent $3.3 million on union duties while taxpayer-funded.DHA's spending on union time raises concerns over resource allocation.Sen. Ernst criticizes federal workforce mismanagement.
This small Montana town is the gateway to Yellowstone. Trump's budget cuts could decimate itProtests in Gardiner, MT highlight the crisis caused by layoffs in the National Park Service and their impact on local economies.
Homeland Security makes cuts to civil rights and immigration oversight officesDHS is cutting jobs in civil rights oversight offices to streamline operations and improve immigration enforcement.The cuts are part of a wider federal effort to reduce workforce within government agencies.
Insiders tell us it's chaos as Tesla's layoff playbook hits another federal agencyFederal job cuts at HHS lead to significant layoffs using badge scans, causing distress among employees.
Homeland Security makes cuts to civil rights and immigration oversight officesDHS is cutting jobs in civil rights oversight offices to streamline operations and improve immigration enforcement.The cuts are part of a wider federal effort to reduce workforce within government agencies.
Insiders tell us it's chaos as Tesla's layoff playbook hits another federal agencyFederal job cuts at HHS lead to significant layoffs using badge scans, causing distress among employees.
GSA reopens its Deferred Resignation Program and finalizes location consolidationGSA offers deferred-resignation opportunities to employees as workforce restructuring continues.
Commentary: How Remote Work Supports Rural CommunitiesRemote work strengthens the federal workforce and benefits rural communities by decentralizing power and enhancing collaboration.
Big problem emerges in IRS return-to-office mandate: Not enough desksIRS suspended back-to-office mandate due to insufficient workspace for returning customer service employees.The agency's growth in workforce is linked to funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Military spouses face 'whiplash' as CNN inquiry prompts Trump's OPM to reverse reascended exemptionsMilitary spouses employed by the federal government are facing uncertainty regarding remote work policies, impacting their job security.
Commentary: How Remote Work Supports Rural CommunitiesRemote work strengthens the federal workforce and benefits rural communities by decentralizing power and enhancing collaboration.
Big problem emerges in IRS return-to-office mandate: Not enough desksIRS suspended back-to-office mandate due to insufficient workspace for returning customer service employees.The agency's growth in workforce is linked to funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Military spouses face 'whiplash' as CNN inquiry prompts Trump's OPM to reverse reascended exemptionsMilitary spouses employed by the federal government are facing uncertainty regarding remote work policies, impacting their job security.
Trump puts staff at risk of Legionnaire's Disease with rush to ban remote work: reportFederal workers returning to offices face severe shortages in hygiene and staffing due to lack of preparation for in-person work.
Donald Trump backs higher pay for wildland firefighters while DOGE cuts wildfire support staffWildland firefighters maintain a pay hike, but federal workforce cuts raise safety concerns for wildfire management.
Trump puts staff at risk of Legionnaire's Disease with rush to ban remote work: reportFederal workers returning to offices face severe shortages in hygiene and staffing due to lack of preparation for in-person work.
Donald Trump backs higher pay for wildland firefighters while DOGE cuts wildfire support staffWildland firefighters maintain a pay hike, but federal workforce cuts raise safety concerns for wildfire management.
Trump Administration Aims to Eliminate E.P.A.'s Scientific Research ArmEPA's plan to cut its scientific research staff may severely impact environmental protection efforts.
Philp: Musk endangers California water with DOGE cuts on federal projectsKey federal workforce cuts threaten California's water supply and flood management, impacting key infrastructure and regional autonomy.
Trump Administration Aims to Eliminate E.P.A.'s Scientific Research ArmEPA's plan to cut its scientific research staff may severely impact environmental protection efforts.
Philp: Musk endangers California water with DOGE cuts on federal projectsKey federal workforce cuts threaten California's water supply and flood management, impacting key infrastructure and regional autonomy.
Social Security Administration Will No Longer Allow Changes Made by PhoneThe Social Security Administration now requires identity verification online or in-person for benefit changes, complicating access for older and disabled individuals.
These Texas Counties Have the Greatest Number of Defense Department EmployeesThe Department of Defense employs a significant number of individuals across states, especially Texas, due to numerous military installations.
Rep. Grace Meng invites Woodside veteran who was terminated by DOGE to Trump's address to Congress - Sunnyside PostU.S. Rep. Grace Meng fights against federal employee firings, highlighting the impact on veterans like Luke Graziani.
DOGE is changing California - and Democrats worry it's just starting - San Jose SpotlightCalifornia faces significant staffing and funding cuts due to Department of Government Efficiency reductions, notably impacting its federal workforce and critical services.
Rep. Grace Meng invites Woodside veteran who was terminated by DOGE to Trump's address to Congress - Sunnyside PostU.S. Rep. Grace Meng fights against federal employee firings, highlighting the impact on veterans like Luke Graziani.
DOGE is changing California - and Democrats worry it's just starting - San Jose SpotlightCalifornia faces significant staffing and funding cuts due to Department of Government Efficiency reductions, notably impacting its federal workforce and critical services.
Inside Trump's War on the I.R.S.: Dropped Audits and a Skeleton StaffThe IRS is struggling to maintain tax enforcement capacity following significant layoffs, delaying crucial audits and potentially increasing the deficit.
151,000 jobs were added to the U.S. in February, but unemployment is up 4.1%The U.S. added 151,000 jobs in February, but economic outlook worsens due to trade war threats and job cuts in the federal workforce.
NSF gives laid off probationary staff jobs back after rulingThe NSF has reinstated most probationary employees after a court ruled similar government layoffs were unlawful.
DOGE wants them 'gone' but makes it hard for federal workers to move onFederal workers feel trapped by chaotic layoffs under DOGE, impacting their careers and reputations.
NSF gives laid off probationary staff jobs back after rulingThe NSF has reinstated most probationary employees after a court ruled similar government layoffs were unlawful.
DOGE wants them 'gone' but makes it hard for federal workers to move onFederal workers feel trapped by chaotic layoffs under DOGE, impacting their careers and reputations.
Governor directs Texas state employees to return to office full-timeTexas state employees are returning to full-time office work following directives from the governor's office, mirroring federal trends.
Rep. Liccardo invited a fired federal worker to Trump speech who then got his job backRep. Sam Liccardo highlights the impact of federal workforce reductions on veterans during a presidential address.