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Trump Administration Prepares for Mass Federal Layoffs as Government Shutdown Deadline Approaches
Sep 26, 2025 02:44 am CST
The Trump administration has escalated the government funding dispute by threatening mass terminations of federal employees if a shutdown occurs after the September 30 deadline. The White House Office of Management and Budget has directed agencies to prepare "Reduction in Force" plans, going beyond typical furloughs seen in previous shutdowns. With Democrats rejecting Republican spending proposals and both chambers of Congress in recess until days before the deadline, tensions continue to rise in this high-stakes political standoff.
White House Directs Federal Agencies to Prepare for Unprecedented Mass Firings in Government Shutdown Scenario
Sep 25, 2025 03:41 pm CST
The White House budget office has instructed federal agencies to prepare for mass terminations during a potential government shutdown, breaking with traditional protocols that typically furlough nonessential workers temporarily. This unprecedented directive would permanently eliminate positions not aligned with administration priorities if Congress fails to approve funding before October 1, raising concerns about economic impact and legal challenges.