Congressman Shomari Figures from Alabama has raised concerns about job cuts at VA facilities in the state, seeking information on the number of employees laid off and how it will impact services for veterans. The VA has dismissed a small number of probationary staff in Alabama as part of nationwide cuts initiated by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. Figures emphasized the importance of understanding the scale and scope of the layoffs in order to prevent disruptions in care for veterans. The VA stated that the cuts in Alabama will not affect health care or services for veterans, but Figures remains concerned about the potential impact on quality of care. He has requested a list of laid-off employees and a meeting with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to discuss the issue further. Alabama has a significant veteran population, with over 347,000 veterans in the state. The Musk-run Department of Government Efficiency has also recently cut Social Security workers in Birmingham. The VA’s decision to cut staff is part of a broader effort to streamline the federal government workforce and save money.
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