Pentagon staff under pressure as Middle East conflict widens
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DoD workers report mounting strain from staffing cuts, ongoing restructuring, and a widening Middle East conflict, with higher tempo and shifting duties squeezing missions and eroding morale and trust in leadership. A March 2026 Federal News Network pulse poll of 141 DoD employees found stress and anxiety rising, though impact varies by unit as realignments and budget cuts threaten execution if the war persists.
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