>>Virginia Lawmakers Urging Dept. Of Defense To Reconsider Firing Thousands Of Workers
(Virginia Beach, VA) -- A Virginia Congresswoman is urging Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to ensure that veterans are not disproportionately affected by federal layoffs. Katie Gray reports.Preview: SCRIPT:
the Department of Defense announced the firing of 5,400 probationary workers, raising concerns among some lawmakers including Virgininia Congresswoman Jen Kiggans who says this move impacts veterans who make up a significant portion of the federal workforce. Kiggans tells 13 News Now that a skilled workforce provided by veterans maintains defense readiness and she is calling for measures to minimize job losses for veterans as promised by President Trump.