A top White House official announced Friday that federal layoffs have started, after the government shutdown entered its 10th day.
White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought wrote in a brief post on X that “the RIFs have begun.” He is referring to a reduction in force, a formal term used by the government and corporations to refer to layoffs, downsizing efforts, or mass firings.
Vought did not provide more details on which positions are to go first. However, President Donald Trump has repeatedly said that layoffs were on the table amid negotiations with Democrats to reopen the government….
White House Announces Federal Layoffs Have Started Amid Shutdown
