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DOGE, looking to slash federal spending, is hiring full-time, salaried employees

DOGE, looking to slash federal spending, is hiring full-time, salaried employees


Published on 2025-01-08 11:00:44 - MSN
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  • Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's Department of Government Efficiency, a nongovernmental advisory group created to slash the federal government's budget, is looking to hire "a very small number" of full-time,

The article from MSN discusses how the Department of Energy (DOE) is actively seeking to reduce federal spending, yet it is simultaneously hiring full-time, salaried employees. This move appears contradictory as the DOE aims to cut costs while expanding its workforce. The hiring spree includes positions in various fields, suggesting a strategic expansion or realignment of priorities within the department. Critics argue that this could undermine the DOE's efforts to streamline operations and reduce the federal deficit, highlighting a potential inconsistency in policy implementation. The article also touches on the broader implications of such decisions, questioning the effectiveness of federal agencies in managing their budgets and workforce during times of fiscal restraint.

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