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Trump Threatens Layoffs Amid Government Shutdown Crisis

10/4/2025

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President Trump has intensified his stance amid a government shutdown, threatening federal layoffs.
He says the shutdown could eliminate waste and save billions, with Democrats primarily affected.
Karoline Leavitt said layoffs are imminent, with Office of Management and Budget identifying cuts.
Democrats criticized; Rep. Jeffries called it cruelty, while DOGE cites $55 billion in cuts, but only $16 billion saved.

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President Trump has intensified his stance amid a government shutdown, threatening federal layoffs.
He says the shutdown could eliminate waste and save billions, with Democrats primarily affected.
Karoline Leavitt said layoffs are imminent, with Office of Management and Budget identifying cuts.
Democrats criticized; Rep. Jeffries called it cruelty, while DOGE cites $55 billion in cuts, but only $16 billion saved.