DOGE Operatives Are Still at Work, Digging In for the Long Haul
Contrary to popular reports of its collapse, DOGE has indeed burrowed into federal agencies like ticks. According to government sources, young and inexperienced technologists affiliated with DOGE remain embedded in various government departments.
DOGE's ethos of cutting red tape, consolidating data across agencies, and introducing private sector practices continues unabated. Former employees of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are now leading efforts to streamline federal regulations at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Sam Beyda, a recent hire as deputy chief of staff for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has no prior experience in public health. His appointment has raised concerns about DOGE's influence on government agencies.
Meanwhile, other former DOGE operatives have joined private sector companies linked to Elon Musk, such as xAI and SpaceX, where they are working on AI projects and streamlining federal services.
DOGE's impact on the federal government remains a topic of debate. While some reports claim its collapse, others argue that DOGE has simply transformed into an influential force behind the scenes.
In August, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rolled out coding tests for hundreds of technical staff, mirroring similar practices used by private tech companies like Airbnb and LinkedIn. The move was reportedly spearheaded by Sam Corcos, a DOGE operative and chief information officer at the Treasury Department.
However, the rollout has been met with skepticism from employees who claim they are being kept in the dark about the tests' purpose and results. A recent video posted on social media showed how quickly NDS workers can develop websites and branding, leaving some to wonder about the true extent of DOGE's influence behind the scenes.
Despite the controversy surrounding its activities, it appears that DOGE operatives continue to be active in federal agencies, working tirelessly to implement their vision for a more streamlined and efficient government.
Contrary to popular reports of its collapse, DOGE has indeed burrowed into federal agencies like ticks. According to government sources, young and inexperienced technologists affiliated with DOGE remain embedded in various government departments.
DOGE's ethos of cutting red tape, consolidating data across agencies, and introducing private sector practices continues unabated. Former employees of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are now leading efforts to streamline federal regulations at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Sam Beyda, a recent hire as deputy chief of staff for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has no prior experience in public health. His appointment has raised concerns about DOGE's influence on government agencies.
Meanwhile, other former DOGE operatives have joined private sector companies linked to Elon Musk, such as xAI and SpaceX, where they are working on AI projects and streamlining federal services.
DOGE's impact on the federal government remains a topic of debate. While some reports claim its collapse, others argue that DOGE has simply transformed into an influential force behind the scenes.
In August, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rolled out coding tests for hundreds of technical staff, mirroring similar practices used by private tech companies like Airbnb and LinkedIn. The move was reportedly spearheaded by Sam Corcos, a DOGE operative and chief information officer at the Treasury Department.
However, the rollout has been met with skepticism from employees who claim they are being kept in the dark about the tests' purpose and results. A recent video posted on social media showed how quickly NDS workers can develop websites and branding, leaving some to wonder about the true extent of DOGE's influence behind the scenes.
Despite the controversy surrounding its activities, it appears that DOGE operatives continue to be active in federal agencies, working tirelessly to implement their vision for a more streamlined and efficient government.