The Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has made significant cuts impacting the Las Vegas Valley, including layoffs at the Veterans Affairs Southern Nevada Healthcare System. While the VA claims these dismissals will not affect services, the local chapter of the American Federation of Government Employees reported around 20 employees were let go, leading to concerns about impacts on healthcare processes. Protesters, including local veterans, voiced their opposition to these job cuts outside the VA Medical Center in North Las Vegas.
Additionally, other agencies in Las Vegas, such as the National Parks Service and the General Service Administration, are facing potential cuts by DOGE. Nevada District 3 Congresswoman Susie Lee criticized plans to cut 80,000 VA employees, calling it insulting to veterans. Despite efforts to expand healthcare for veterans through legislation like the PACT Act, concerns remain about the impact of these layoffs on services and wait times. The administration’s focus on reorganization and downsizing continues to raise issues about the future of federal employees in the region.
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