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Thousands fired, more to come as Trump, Musk take ax to US agencies


Published on 2025-02-14 13:00:38 - MSN
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  • Anxious U.S. federal workers are expected to see another round of pink slips on Friday as President Donald Trump and top adviser Elon Musk pursue a wholesale downsizing of the government. Thousands of workers at multiple government agencies have been fired so far this week,

The article from MSN discusses the significant layoffs occurring within U.S. federal agencies under the influence of former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Trump, known for his deregulation efforts, has been pushing for a reduction in the size of government, which has led to the dismissal of thousands of federal employees. This initiative is part of a broader "Schedule F" executive order aimed at reclassifying many federal workers to make them easier to fire. Concurrently, Elon Musk, who has been vocal about government inefficiencies, has reportedly influenced these decisions through his connections with Trump, aiming to streamline operations and reduce what they perceive as bureaucratic bloat. The article highlights the tension between these actions and the potential loss of institutional knowledge, as well as the impact on public services and employee morale.

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