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Department of Energy Cuts Jobs, 56% Classified Essential

4/4/2025

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The Department of Energy is set to make drastic cuts, with only 56% of its 16,000 employees classified as "essential." While around 9,000 positions are safe, many nonessential roles could be eliminated. This move aims to streamline operations, with performance reviews playing a crucial role in determining who stays amid hiring freezes.

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Story summary

The Department of Energy is set to make drastic cuts, with only 56% of its 16,000 employees classified as "essential." While around 9,000 positions are safe, many nonessential roles could be eliminated. This move aims to streamline operations, with performance reviews playing a crucial role in determining who stays amid hiring freezes.