Debunking DOGE claim that VA canceled $56K contract solely for watering 8 plants
Facts And Fact Checking,DOGE,Government Efficiency,Veterans Affairs
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In early March 2025, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs canceled a $56,000 contract intended for watering approximately eight plants over a five-year period.
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What's True
The VA did cancel a $56,000 contract for "interior plant maintenance" in early March 2025.
What's False
However, the contract covered 104 plants, not eight, and included weekly maintenance services beyond just watering.
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