DOGE's Federal Obligations and HHS Rehiring

DOGE announces a 1.9% decrease in annual non-defense federal obligations, leading to a total reduction of 22.4% compared to 2024. Department of Health and Human Services rehires previously fired CDC employees. Judge restricts DOGE's access to federal databases.

Rehiring of CDC Employees by HHS

The Trump administration's efforts to end 'politicized science' led to rehiring over 450 previously fired employees at the CDC. HHS reinstated workers from various divisions following layoffs and reforms. Several agencies, including IRS and FDA, also rehired staff after reductions in force.

Rehiring of Immigration Judge Matthew O'Brien

Matthew O'Brien, an immigration judge, was dismissed under the Biden administration but has now been rehired by the Trump administration with a promotion. His rehiring raises questions about the neutrality of immigration judges and their decision-making process.