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U.S. State Department Layoffs Spark Outrage and Protests

7/16/2025

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In a controversial move, the U.S. State Department has let go of more than 1,300 employees, including vital foreign service officers. Critics warn that these layoffs jeopardize U.S. diplomacy and global standing. Protests have erupted, with former diplomats and lawmakers rallying against the cuts, calling them detrimental to the nation's interests.

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In a controversial move, the U.S. State Department has let go of more than 1,300 employees, including vital foreign service officers. Critics warn that these layoffs jeopardize U.S. diplomacy and global standing. Protests have erupted, with former diplomats and lawmakers rallying against the cuts, calling them detrimental to the nation's interests.