Summary

Elon Musk’s DOGE has forced out or fired over 150 employees from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), exacerbating staffing shortages.

DOGE, backed by Donald Trump, aims to cut civil service jobs but was expected to spare the NNSA due to its national security role.

Departures include top engineers, safety experts, and managers, raising nuclear safety concerns. Officials warn the loss of oversight could increase waste and fraud.

The Department of Energy claims contractors run nuclear facilities and remain unaffected.