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State Department to Cut 1,800 Jobs Amid Restructuring

7/11/2025

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The U.S. State Department is set to lay off around 1,800 employees as part of a restructuring effort to boost efficiency, following a Supreme Court ruling that greenlit the cuts. Critics fear this move could undermine U.S. diplomatic strength, while the department insists it will prioritize essential functions and regional needs.

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The U.S. State Department is set to lay off around 1,800 employees as part of a restructuring effort to boost efficiency, following a Supreme Court ruling that greenlit the cuts. Critics fear this move could undermine U.S. diplomatic strength, while the department insists it will prioritize essential functions and regional needs.