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Lawmakers hold hearing to explore impact of DOGE cuts on DMV economy

Lawmakers in Fairfax County held a field hearing on the impact of federal workforce reductions in the DMV region.
The briefing cites substantial job losses and questions about long-term effects on the DMV economy.
Testimony included former federal employees sharing perspectives on the impact of layoffs.
Officials warned the DMV could see tens of thousands of additional job losses.
Participants discussed the broader economic ripple effects of federal reductions in Northern Virginia and nearby areas.
The hearing featured testimony from an economic expert tracking regional effects.
Lawmakers questioned potential agency moves out of the region as a concern for the economy.
Participants noted the significant federal workforce presence in Northern Virginia and Maryland.
The event aimed to quantify the costs of DOGE cuts on the local economy.
The session included input from lawmakers and regional residents affected by federal reductions.

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