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Musk's DOGE Cuts 283,000 Jobs, Faces Backlash

5/11/2025

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Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has made waves by slashing over 283,000 federal jobs in early 2025, aiming to streamline operations. However, this drastic move has sparked backlash over transparency and possible civil service law violations, igniting fears that efficiency may come at the cost of vital public services.

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Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has made waves by slashing over 283,000 federal jobs in early 2025, aiming to streamline operations. However, this drastic move has sparked backlash over transparency and possible civil service law violations, igniting fears that efficiency may come at the cost of vital public services.