Federal Worker Cuts to Hit National Security Hard
Former top U.S. cybersecurity official Rob Joyce warned lawmakers on Wednesday that cuts to federal probationary employees will have a "devastating impact" on U.S. national security. The elimination of these workers, who are responsible for hunting and eradicating cyber threats, will destroy a critical pipeline of talent, according to Joyce. As a result, the U.S. government's ability to protect itself from sophisticated cyber attacks may be severely compromised. The probe into China's hacking campaign by the Chinese Communist Party has significant implications for national security.
- This devastating impact on national security highlights the growing concern about the vulnerability of federal agencies to cyber threats and the need for proactive measures to strengthen cybersecurity.
- How will the long-term consequences of eliminating probationary employees affect the country's ability to prepare for and respond to future cyber crises?