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Democrats Warn of DOGE's Rising Power Amid Controversy

8/8/2025

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Democratic lawmakers are raising alarms about the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) growing power within federal agencies, warning that its staff may jeopardize essential government operations. In a pointed letter, they called for scrutiny, highlighting possible legal breaches in the shift of DOGE employees to permanent positions. OPM Director Scott Kupor countered, asserting that the hiring practices were lawful.

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Democratic lawmakers are raising alarms about the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) growing power within federal agencies, warning that its staff may jeopardize essential government operations. In a pointed letter, they called for scrutiny, highlighting possible legal breaches in the shift of DOGE employees to permanent positions. OPM Director Scott Kupor countered, asserting that the hiring practices were lawful.