The layoffs, criticized as “short-sighted,” reportedly include meteorologists who did crucial local forecasts in National Weather Service offices across the country.
According to DOGE's website, the department lists cutting an office building in Okemos. However, the Social Security Administration's website does not list an office in Okemos. Tim Dempsey, the township manager for Meridian Township,
US District Judge John Bates highlighted the DOGE office's "unclear" structure and authority as keys to the legal decision.
Just over 40% of respondents to an RGJ online poll say they expect direct payments or income tax savings; 33% expect $1,000 or more.
The acting administrator of the organization that is pushing for sweeping budget cuts across federal agencies is a low-profile executive who has expertise in health care technology.