Hegseth memo to cut IT contracts lacks clarity, contradicts Pentagon downsizing plans

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s new memo ordering the termination of several IT services contracts lacks clarity, provides vague instructions and unrealistic deadlines, and contradicts previously issued guidance that seeks to reshape the defense civilian workforce, according to a nonpartisan watchdog group.

In an April 10 memo, Hegseth said he plans to cut several IT services contracts that, he argues, can be handled by the department’s civilian workforce or fulfilled directly with existing procurement resources.

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