Elon Musk’s recent visits to Washington, D.C., have sparked speculation about potential cuts to the federal government’s workforce and real estate portfolio. The General Services Administration (GSA) has been exploring ways to reduce costs, including terminating leases on underutilized federal offices.
The GSA recently announced it had already terminated three such leases for a savings of $1.6 million. Acting Administrator Stephen Ehikian stated that two agency properties will be listed for sale as part of an effort to cut real-estate expenditures.
Musk’s former employees and associates are also playing a role in the GSA’s efforts, including Thomas Shedd, who was named director of technology transformation services, and Steven Davis, a Boring Company executive assisting with DOGE’s work on modernizing government systems.
The visit to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) reportedly included an email sent to federal employees outlining new office work requirements and performance standards, similar to an email sent to Twitter employees after Musk’s 2022 takeover.
Experts are warning that those not aligned with Musk’s vision may face difficulties adapting to the changes.
Source: https://www.globest.com/2025/02/04/federal-office-leases-in-doges-crosshairs/?slreturn=2025020545450