Digital Rights · National Security · Technology·May 2, 2025
Trump budget proposes major CISA cuts and elimination of election-security program
Cybersecurity agency faces staff and funding reductions despite rising digital threats
Nextgov/FCW reported the FY2026 budget would cut roughly 1,000 CISA employees and about $491 million.
Federal News Network reported the DHS request would cut CISA staff by 1,000 positions.
DHS budget documents identify proposed elimination of the Program funding line.
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