Members of Congress Express Concerns Over DOGE Personnel in Federal Agencies
Members of Congress from the Democratic Party have expressed serious concerns regarding the continued involvement of DOGE personnel within federal government agencies. In a letter addressed to the Office of Personnel Management and the Office of Management and Budget, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal, along with Representative Robert Garcia, highlighted their alarm over the presence of DOGE staff members in key federal positions.
Potential Risks of DOGE Staff Integration
They noted that although Elon Musk has stepped down from his role, his influence persists as DOGE employees seem to aim for permanent integration into the government infrastructure, potentially disrupting essential functions from within various agencies. The lawmakers emphasized that such infiltration could undermine the government's ability to effectively serve the American public.
Official Response to Concerns
In response, Scott Kupor of the OPM clarified that the agency thoroughly reviews all appointments of political appointees to ensure compliance with merit and civil service laws...