The Pentagon has stirred controversy with its announcement to dismiss 5,400 civilian employees, marking an 8% reduction in its non-military staff. This move, set to commence next week, targets individuals in their probationary period, irrespective of their performance levels.
Reasoning Behind the Cuts
“It is simply not in the public interest to retain individuals whose contributions are not mission-critical,” stated Darin Selnick, the acting undersecretary of Defense for personnel and readiness, defending the decision.
Implications and Reactions
The sweeping nature of these terminations has raised concerns about the impact on affected employees and the overall efficiency of Pentagon operations.
Stay tuned for further developments on this contentious issue.
