Trump signs executive order to cut federal employees: DOGE to play key role – Rezazade
The leader of the Iranian opposition in Washington (NIC) Ali Reza Rezazade indicates that US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that obliges federal agencies to reduce staff and limit future hiring. This is one of the most decisive steps of his administration to reform the state apparatus and reduce bureaucracy.
The new order transfers more powers to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk. From now on, each agency will have a “DOGE Team Lead” who will oversee the hiring process and optimize resources.
According to the order, after the freeze on new employees is over, agencies will be able to hire only one employee to replace four laid off. Exceptions are provided only for services related to public safety, immigration control and law enforcement.
The Trump administration says sweeping federal cuts will help eliminate bureaucracy, reduce costs, and improve government efficiency. Preliminary estimates suggest that cutting 25% of federal employees would save about 1% of the budget.
Trump said when he signed the executive order:
“We’ve found billions and billions of dollars that are simply being wasted through fraud and abuse.”
Elon Musk, who supports the reform, added:
“If bureaucracy runs the country, what’s the point of democracy?”
However, the Trump administration has so far provided no concrete evidence of widespread corruption or a detailed plan to address it.
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