USDS Engineering Director Resigns Amidst Controversy

USDS Engineering Director Resigns Amidst Controversy
  • Anne Marshall, director of data science and engineering, resigns from USDS
  • Recent firings of around 50 staff members at USDS sparked controversy
  • DOGE, the rebranded USDS, faces uncertainty over leadership and direction
  • Elon Musk's role and influence at USDS are being questioned
  • The White House has not responded to requests for comment on the situation
The United States Digital Service, rebranded as the US DOGE Service by Elon Musk, has faced controversy and criticism in recent weeks. The director of data science and engineering, Anne Marshall, has resigned from her position, citing concerns over the organization's direction and recent firings. Marshall, who spent over a decade at Amazon before joining USDS, expressed disappointment and frustration with the actions of DOGE. She stated that the firings of around 50 product managers, designers, and others at USDS were 'shortsighted, ill-informed, and indiscriminate.' The resignation comes amidst uncertainty over the leadership and future of the organization, with Musk's role and influence being questioned. The White House has not responded to requests for comment, and the identity of the acting administrator remains unknown.