GAO warns DoD workforce cuts risk hidden weapons problems
By The BriefBrief
GAO says DoD workforce reductions at DOT&E have left action officers overloaded and lacking expertise on some programs.
WHO:U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
WHAT:GAO warned that DOT&E workforce reductions have caused action officers to take on more programs and warfare-area programs without expertise.
WHEN:Jun 30, 2026 at 12:55 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Major workforce reductions at DOT&E led to action officers being assigned more programs and programs in warfare areas for which they lack expertise.
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