President Trump's DOGE initiative has led to significant cuts in government contracts and employment, affecting agencies like USAID and IRS. Thousands of public sector workers, including engineers, faced layoffs and turmoil as they struggled with job security. Employees express frustrations and a desire to continue their work serving the public, emphasizing the importance of their roles. Controversies stem from the chaos unleashed by these drastic measures, sparking protests and legal challenges from workers striving to retain their jobs and contribute meaningfully to society.
"I feel like my hands are tied behind my back," said Shahbaz.
"I want to come back to work," said Shahbaz. "I still feel like the work we do is important..."
"We do important work for the public, we want to keep working, let us work," said Eileen Chen.
"It has been pure chaos," said Osama Shahbaz.
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