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Investing.com -- The Defense Department plans to eliminate between 50,000 to 60,000 civilian positions, according to a report from the Associated Press, citing a senior defense official who spoke on Tuesday. The official, who requested anonymity, revealed that fewer than 21,000 employees who accepted a voluntary resignation plan will depart in the upcoming months.
To achieve a reduction of 5% to 8% in a civilian workforce exceeding 900,000, the department intends to cut around 6,000 roles each month by not filling vacancies left by employees who routinely exit. The official stated that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is determined to ensure these reductions do not negatively impact military readiness.
There are concerns that service members might be asked to cover these civilian roles. However, the Defense Department is committed to maintaining the readiness of the military, according to the anonymous official.
These reductions are part of a wider initiative by the Department of Government Efficiency Service. The initiative, which includes input from billionaire and Trump adviser Elon Musk, aims to reduce the federal workforce and restructure U.S. agencies.
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