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Pentagon Plans 60,000 Job Cuts Amid Hiring Freeze

3/19/2025

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The Pentagon is set to eliminate 50,000 to 60,000 civilian jobs, affecting 5% to 8% of its vast workforce. This significant reduction will stem from voluntary resignations, a hiring freeze, and the dismissal of probationary staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promises that military readiness will remain intact, even as veterans may feel the repercussions.

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The Pentagon is set to eliminate 50,000 to 60,000 civilian jobs, affecting 5% to 8% of its vast workforce. This significant reduction will stem from voluntary resignations, a hiring freeze, and the dismissal of probationary staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promises that military readiness will remain intact, even as veterans may feel the repercussions.