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U.S. State Department Cuts 3,000 Jobs Amid Diplomatic Crisis

7/18/2025

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The U.S. State Department, under Secretary Marco Rubio, is set to undergo a significant overhaul, eliminating 3,000 positions, including key offices. Critics fear this drastic move could undermine U.S. diplomacy and its global influence. As tensions mount, over 130 former officials have raised alarms about the potential fallout on foreign policy effectiveness, echoing employee concerns.

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The U.S. State Department, under Secretary Marco Rubio, is set to undergo a significant overhaul, eliminating 3,000 positions, including key offices. Critics fear this drastic move could undermine U.S. diplomacy and its global influence. As tensions mount, over 130 former officials have raised alarms about the potential fallout on foreign policy effectiveness, echoing employee concerns.