Summary
More than 10,000 federal employees might lose their jobs due to a government shutdown, according to OMB Director Russell Vought. This number is higher than the previously stated 4,100 planned layoffs. The information was discussed on a broadcast from the White House.
Key Facts
- Russell Vought is the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
- Vought mentioned the potential job losses during an appearance on the Charlie Kirk Show.
- Initially, the White House announced plans to lay off 4,100 federal workers.
- The new estimate suggests over 10,000 federal jobs could be cut.
- The shutdown refers to a situation where government operations are partially closed due to budget issues.
- Vice President J.D. Vance and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt were also present on the show.
- President Donald Trump posthumously awarded Charlie Kirk the presidential Medal of Freedom recently.
