
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Friday began laying off more than 4,000 federal workers, according to a court filing, as the government remains shut down due to the inability of Congress to reach a funding deal. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
Main Idea: The Trump administration says federal layoffs have begun during the government shutdown, with Russ Vought confirming that more than 4,000 workers are being cut.
Key Points:
Treasury layoffs and other shutdown firings may slow tax, benefits, and public services, while hurting federal workers’ paychecks and local economies.
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White House budget director whose statement that “the RIFs have begun” is a central focus.
Lead labor union suing over the layoffs and publicly challenging the administration.
Affected department with specific layoff notices and major job cuts.
One of the hardest-hit departments and a major recipient of layoff notices.
Affected department whose layoffs are discussed as part of the shutdown actions.
One of the hardest-hit departments and a major recipient of layoff notices.
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Affected department mentioned with a smaller number of layoffs.
Affected agency given general layoff notices and included in the shutdown-related action.