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U.S. Shutdown Sparks 100,000 Job Losses and Service Cuts

10/6/2025

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The U.S. government shutdown has removed 100,000 federal employees from payrolls.
September job losses reached 32,000, largest since March 2023, with service-sector declines.
Federal employment has fallen 3.2% since January 2025, with cuts expected.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) faces data-collection challenges from the shutdown, risking cancellations. Republican leaders warn of healthcare coverage gaps for affected workers.

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Story summary

The U.S. government shutdown has removed 100,000 federal employees from payrolls.
September job losses reached 32,000, largest since March 2023, with service-sector declines.
Federal employment has fallen 3.2% since January 2025, with cuts expected.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) faces data-collection challenges from the shutdown, risking cancellations. Republican leaders warn of healthcare coverage gaps for affected workers.