The order is part of billionaire Elon Musk’s crusade to slash what he describes as “waste everywhere" in the federal government.

The Partnership for Public Service warns that recent layoffs of federal employees create major risks of deteriorating national security and public service.

The memo states the VA is “conducting a comprehensive assessment of facilities and workspace to ensure office, or equivalent, space is available for employees.” ...

"Those who we need, who are the best and brightest, are going to stay. Those who are under performers — won't," said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.