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Vance Warns of 4,000 Federal Job Cuts Amid Shutdown

10/14/2025

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Vance Warns Shutdown

Vice President JD Vance warned that the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 12th day, could lead to the firing of over 4,000 federal employees.
He criticized Democrats for prioritizing partisan interests over the shutdown's consequences, while some services for low-income Americans would remain intact.
Vance confirmed that Hamas is holding 20 living hostages, who are expected to be released soon during President Trump's visit to the region.
He clarified that U.S. troops will not be deployed into Gaza, countering misreported claims.

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Vance Defends Shutdown

Vice President JD Vance said Trump has not invoked the Insurrection Act to deploy the National Guard.
He faced questioning over allegations against Trump Border Czar Tom Homan, which he dismissed as a smear.
Vance argued layoffs of over 1,000 CDC employees during the shutdown were necessary to preserve essential services.
He blamed Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for the shutdown's chaos, despite polls showing blame on Republicans.

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Vance Warns Shutdown

Vice President JD Vance warned that the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 12th day, could lead to the firing of over 4,000 federal employees.
He criticized Democrats for prioritizing partisan interests over the shutdown's consequences, while some services for low-income Americans would remain intact.
Vance confirmed that Hamas is holding 20 living hostages, who are expected to be released soon during President Trump's visit to the region.
He clarified that U.S. troops will not be deployed into Gaza, countering misreported claims.

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