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DOGE Is Putting Major Government Efficiency Projects at Risk
The recent executive order authorizing the Digital Dollar (DOGE) has raised concerns among government officials and experts that critical efficiency projects could be put on hold or even shut down, potentially undermining the progress made in digital transformation efforts.
According to Shedd, a senior official at the General Services Administration (GSA), the agency’s tech arm would have to shrink by 50 percent over the next few weeks. This drastic reduction in staff and resources would likely impact projects that are not mandated by law, such as those aimed at improving government efficiency.
In an interview, Shedd described a situation where GSA would be forced to prioritize more public-facing services like Login.gov, Cloud.gov, and FedRAMP over internal initiatives focused on streamlining operations. This shift in focus could lead to the suspension or cancellation of projects that were designed to modernize government agencies’ IT infrastructure and improve transparency.
The DOGE executive order has only authorized the group to operate until the beginning of July, leaving uncertainty about what will happen to these projects and teams after that date. The consequences of this could be far-reaching, as any disruptions to existing initiatives could hinder progress in areas such as digital payments, cybersecurity, or data sharing.
It’s unclear whether DOGE’s mandate would extend beyond the initial period, but if it does not, this could lead to a significant setback for ongoing projects and potentially undermine long-term efforts aimed at creating a more efficient and effective government.
Source: https://www.wired.com/story/doge-major-government-tech-projects-efficiency/
