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2025 Sees 1.1 Million Layoffs Amid Economic Shift

12/15/2025

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  • In 2025, over 1.1 million Americans have been laid off.
  • Industries affected include government, technology, and retail.
  • Experts attribute the layoffs to over-hiring in prior years, economic pressures, and the adoption of artificial intelligence.
  • Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cited a cooling job market, with potential monthly losses up to 20,000 jobs.
  • Heidi Roberts recently secured a new job, encouraging others to persevere in their job search.