Government Tech Consultancy 18F Axed in White House Layoffs
2025-03-01
The General Services Administration (GSA) eliminated 18F, a government technology consultancy, over the weekend. The agency, which assisted other government bodies with their technology, was deemed "non-critical" and approximately 90 employees were affected. This action is part of a broader White House-directed reduction in force across the government and aligns with a Trump administration memo calling for cuts to 'non-essential consulting' functions. 18F's contributions included work on the IRS's free tax filing system and redesigning the Justice Department's ADA website. The closure sparks concerns about government tech talent loss and policy shifts.
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