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In America, under the Trump administration's plan to cut government spending, consideration is now being given to laying off approximately 90,000 soldiers from the army. The purpose of this decision is to balance the defense budget and reduce financial pressure under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Since Donald Trump became president, the process of laying off federal departments and government employees has been continuously ongoing in America. In the name of cutting government spending, thousands of employees have been terminated from important departments such as education, health, and foreign aid.
Now, the Trump administration has its eye on the American army, where there is a possibility of cutting around 90,000 soldiers. The aim of this decision is to balance the American defense budget and reduce the increasing financial burden on the Defense Department. According to reports, this step may be taken under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) created by the Trump administration.
Plan for a massive reduction in the number of soldiers
A report has revealed that the American Defense Department is planning a large-scale reduction in its active military force. According to the report, 3 officials have stated that the Defense Department is considering laying off about 90,000 soldiers. Currently, there are 450,000 active soldiers in the American army. After the layoffs, the proposal is to reduce this number to between 360,000 and 420,000.
Financial Pressure Became the Major Concern
According to officials, this decision may be taken under increasing financial pressure and budget cuts. The Trump administration believes that by reducing military spending, the country's economic situation can be further stabilized. It is noteworthy that earlier, thousands of employees were removed from many important government departments such as USAID, the Department of Education, and the Health Department. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was established to reduce government spending, which is reviewing unnecessary expenditures in all departments. The army-related layoffs are also considered part of this review process.
What will be its effects?
Experts believe that laying off such a large number of soldiers can not only affect the operational capability of the army, but its political and strategic effects can also be seen for a long time. Although the Trump administration has not yet given an official statement on this, serious discussions have started inside and outside America regarding this potential decision.