A report by The Century Foundation warns that the Department of General Employment (DOGE) layoffs could overwhelm the US unemployment system, causing significant delays in benefits for federal workers. With thousands of probationary employees impacted and potential fraud risks, state agencies must quickly implement solutions such as affidavit-based claims and enhanced fraud prevention. The report calls for proactive state actions, including legislative measures and job placement resources, to prevent a financial crisis for federal employees.
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A report by The Century Foundation warns that the Department of General Employment (DOGE) layoffs could overwhelm the US unemployment system, causing significant delays in benefits for federal workers. With thousands of probationary employees impacted and potential fraud risks, state agencies must quickly implement solutions such as affidavit-based claims and enhanced fraud prevention. The report calls for proactive state actions, including legislative measures and job placement resources, to... Expand
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