Weather forecasters firing in Musk-Trump latest DOGE cuts ‘jeopardises safety’

The US government has fired hundreds of NOAA employees, including meteorologists providing essential weather forecasts. Lawmakers and scientists have widely condemned the layoffs, citing concerns over public safety and disaster preparedness. This decision, is part of efforts led by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.

​The US government has fired hundreds of NOAA employees, including meteorologists providing essential weather forecasts. Lawmakers and scientists have widely condemned the layoffs, citing concerns over public safety and disaster preparedness. This decision, is part of efforts led by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.