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Federal Job Cuts Could Reach 1 Million Under Trump

3/4/2025

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Under President Trump's initiative to shrink the federal workforce, tens of thousands of government employees have lost their jobs, with projections suggesting total losses could soar to 1 million, including contractors. While initial unemployment claims from these former workers are currently low, upcoming employment reports may reveal stark changes, especially in states heavily reliant on federal jobs.

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Under President Trump's initiative to shrink the federal workforce, tens of thousands of government employees have lost their jobs, with projections suggesting total losses could soar to 1 million, including contractors. While initial unemployment claims from these former workers are currently low, upcoming employment reports may reveal stark changes, especially in states heavily reliant on federal jobs.