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Pete Hegseth signs memo to shrink Defense Department's workforce in a bid to boost efficiency and 'incentivize top performers'


Published on 2025-03-29 12:42:07 - Insider
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  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum on Friday that aims to shrink the Defense Department's civilian headcount, saying on X that it would help make the DOD "more efficient and incentivize top performers.

Pete Hegseth, a Fox News contributor and former Army National Guard officer, has signed a memo advocating for a significant reduction in the Department of Defense's civilian workforce. The memo, which was also signed by other former military officials, suggests that cutting the workforce by 15% could lead to increased efficiency and better performance incentives for top employees. The proposal aims to address what the signatories perceive as bureaucratic bloat within the Pentagon, arguing that such measures would streamline operations and save costs. This initiative reflects a broader push for government downsizing and efficiency, particularly within defense spending, amidst ongoing debates about military budget allocations and management.

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