Summary
The Trump administration has started laying off federal workers. Office of Management and Budget Director, Russell Vought, announced these layoffs, which are described as significant. The announcement follows threats to reduce the federal workforce by President Trump.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration has started layoffs of federal workers.
- Russell Vought, from the Office of Management and Budget, announced the start of layoffs.
- These layoffs are referred to as "reductions in force" or RIFs.
- The federal workforce has already decreased by 200,000 employees this year.
- President Trump has indicated that popular programs with Democrats might be cut.
- The layoffs are described as "substantial" by the OMB spokesperson.
- Specific departments affected by the layoffs were not disclosed.
- A memo suggests furloughed workers may not receive backpay.
