Justice Dept. Faces Major Workforce Cuts with 4,000 Employees Leaving

The Justice Department has lost 4,000 employees due to a downsizing initiative, with further cuts planned, including 1,500 FBI positions, raising concerns about impacts on national safety and institutional knowledge. Critics argue these reductions could weaken investigative capacity and long-term effectiveness, especially with the planned closure of the Community Relations Service. The changes are part of a broader effort to streamline the agency, but face opposition from former officials and law enforcement experts.