How is DOGE deciding which people and programs to cut in federal agencies like DHS?

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is targeting specific agencies and programs for budget cuts, with a particular focus on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) where hundreds of cuts began just last week. These actions include looming firings of senior leaders deemed misaligned with the current administration's goals. The cuts represent a significant restructuring effort affecting a substantial portion of the federal budget, with DOGE systematically identifying personnel and programs for elimination. The impact is already becoming evident, raising concerns among federal workers about job security, as demonstrated by incidents like a Social Security Administration official's resignation over conflicts with DOGE regarding access to sensitive records.