Trump and Vought to discuss proposed federal cuts and layoffs during the shutdown
Trump Meeting on Budget Cuts President Trump announced he will have a meeting on Thursday with his office and the director of the management budget, Russ Vert. He described the conference as a means to evaluate which Democratic agencies may be, in his view, involved in political fraud. He expressed a belief that it’s essential […]
Government closes as Trump indicates possible layoffs for federal workers
Partial Government Shutdown After Budget Stalemate On October 1, 2025, the federal government partially shut down due to a lack of agreement on a funding package between Democrats and Republicans. The deadlock, which unfolded just before a midnight deadline, prompted President Donald Trump to caution that the administration could initiate “irreversible” changes affecting federal workers. […]
Large layoffs expected to start ‘within a day or two’ due to government shutdown, says Trump official
During a recent call among Republicans, officials from the Trump administration indicated that layoffs of federal employees could start within “a day or two” following the government’s shutdown. Russ Vought, who leads the Office of Management and Budget, mentioned this in a private conversation, as noted by sources who participated in the call. He expressed […]
Layoffs for federal workers are approaching as the government shutdown continues.
Recent discussions have emerged about potential layoffs in the federal government if budget negotiations continue to fail, according to reports from Fox News Digital. On a call with House Republicans, Russ Vought, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, indicated that layoffs, termed as “RIF” or reductions in force, could happen almost immediately—possibly […]
Unions take legal action to prevent widespread layoffs during the shutdown
A federal labor union initiated a lawsuit on Tuesday aimed at preventing the Trump administration from carrying out significant layoffs in the event of future government shutdowns. Normally, during these shutdowns, federal workers are temporarily left without duties, with only essential personnel remaining active, and they receive back pay once operations resume. However, officials from […]
Democrat labels proposed mass layoffs as “probably unlawful” as shutdown nears
Senate Democrats Criticize Trump’s Memo on Budget Cuts Senate Democrats have expressed strong disapproval over a memo from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding planned employee reductions during potential government shutdowns. Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, has openly criticized President Trump’s actions, describing them as “mafia-style coercion.” This memo was […]
Jeffries criticizes Trump’s budget director for threatening layoffs: ‘Harmful political operative’
Jeffries Responds to Vought’s Budget Threats House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has taken issue with President Trump’s budget director, Russell Vought, after Vought suggested that a government shutdown could lead to significant job losses. Jeffries argued that the threats issued by Vought, who heads the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), are not persuading Democrats […]
White House directs agencies to get ready for widespread layoffs during a government shutdown
Trump Administration Prepares for Possible Shutdown Fallout WASHINGTON – The Trump administration is urging federal agencies to brace for severe consequences, including potential mass shootings, if a government shutdown occurs on October 1. A memo from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), which was released by the agency on Wednesday evening, focuses on employees […]
Government instructs agencies to prepare for large-scale layoffs ahead of possible shutdown
The budget office at the White House indicated on Wednesday that mass shootings could become a concern if a government shutdown occurs, highlighting ongoing negotiations that are stalling ahead of the funding deadline. A memo from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) obtained by Hill suggests that under specific circumstances, agencies are encouraged to […]
Court prevents Trump administration from restarting HHS changes and layoffs
Appeals Court Denies Request to Resume Layoffs at Federal Health Agencies On Wednesday, an appeals court turned down the Trump administration’s attempt to restart significant layoffs at federal health agencies, which were part of a restructuring initiative. A unanimous three-judge panel from the First U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decided against lifting a lower court […]