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Federal Workers Unite Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

10/13/2025

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Workers Unite During Shutdown

Federal workers entering the government shutdown's second week express frustration and newfound solidarity.
Monica Gorman, a NASA employee, says she feels energized and believes Congress may listen.
Sarah Kobrin, from the National Cancer Institute, notes the Trump administration's actions have unified workers.
Stephanie Rice, a Bureau of Land Management employee, cites grassroots networks in the absence of union support.

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Trump Cuts SAMHSA Jobs

The Trump administration laid off approximately 125 employees at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) amid the government shutdown.
Current and former SAMHSA employees expressed shock over the lack of explanation.
SAMHSA had a $7.5 billion budget in 2024.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) faced cuts, with some layoffs reversed.
Affected employees said the cuts undermine public health by weakening disease surveillance and response.

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Workers Unite During Shutdown

Federal workers entering the government shutdown's second week express frustration and newfound solidarity.
Monica Gorman, a NASA employee, says she feels energized and believes Congress may listen.
Sarah Kobrin, from the National Cancer Institute, notes the Trump administration's actions have unified workers.
Stephanie Rice, a Bureau of Land Management employee, cites grassroots networks in the absence of union support.

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