Defense Department begins cutting workers this week

Nearly 100 probationary employees were fired from the Defense Logistics Agency, and more defense cuts are expected.

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Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers

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The New York Times - Feb. 22
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The New York Times - Feb. 19
Defense Department changes Fort Moore's name back to Fort Benning

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ABC News - Feb. 19

Defense Department begins cutting workers this week

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