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Trump Administration Job Cuts Impact Federal Workers' Lives

4/11/2026

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In April 2026, former federal employees said job cuts by the Trump administration reduced the federal workforce, affecting agencies including the Social Security Administration and Department of Veterans Affairs.
Maggie, a former employee, took a buyout while pregnant and lost her job and health insurance after childbirth.
Charles Melton described the layoffs as dehumanizing, saying workers were "thrown away like garbage."
The White House emphasized workforce restructuring to improve government efficiency.

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In April 2026, former federal employees said job cuts by the Trump administration reduced the federal workforce, affecting agencies including the Social Security Administration and Department of Veterans Affairs.
Maggie, a former employee, took a buyout while pregnant and lost her job and health insurance after childbirth.
Charles Melton described the layoffs as dehumanizing, saying workers were "thrown away like garbage."
The White House emphasized workforce restructuring to improve government efficiency.