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Government Shutdown: 4,100 Laid Off, Public Frustration Grows

10/12/2025

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The U.S. government shutdown intensified as more than 4,100 federal workers were laid off, mainly from the Treasury and Health and Human Services departments.
A senior administration official said that more layoffs are expected.
Polls show 67% blame Republicans and 63% blame Democrats for the deadlock.
A Gallup poll finds 62% believe the federal government wields too much power, a record high.
Public frustration grows as essential services face disruptions.

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The U.S. government shutdown intensified as more than 4,100 federal workers were laid off, mainly from the Treasury and Health and Human Services departments.
A senior administration official said that more layoffs are expected.
Polls show 67% blame Republicans and 63% blame Democrats for the deadlock.
A Gallup poll finds 62% believe the federal government wields too much power, a record high.
Public frustration grows as essential services face disruptions.