In a concerning development, the White House has instructed federal agencies to prepare for extensive layoffs in the event of a government shutdown. This move comes as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass a spending bill, with the risk of a shutdown becoming increasingly real.
According to a memo from the Office of Management and Budget, agencies are being directed to develop reduction-in-force plans to accompany furloughs if a spending bill is not passed next week. This preparation for mass firings represents a significant escalation beyond normal shutdown protocols in recent years.
The potential layoffs would impact a wide range of federal workers, raising fears of financial instability and uncertainty among government employees. The White House’s directive has sparked concerns about the impact on essential services and the overall functioning of the government in the event of a shutdown.
President Trump’s refusal to meet with Democrats seeking healthcare funding in budget negotiations has further complicated the situation, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the potential shutdown and its consequences.
As the deadline approaches, the fate of thousands of federal workers hangs in the balance, with the specter of layoffs looming large. The White House’s decision to prepare for mass firings has underscored the high stakes involved in the ongoing budget negotiations and the potential fallout from a government shutdown.
In light of these developments, it is crucial for all parties involved to work towards a resolution to avoid the detrimental effects of a shutdown on federal workers and essential government services.
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References:
1. Internewscast Journal – [Link]https://internewscast.com/news/us/white-house-considers-federal-worker-layoffs-as-government-shutdown-looms/
2. NBC News – [Link]https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/white-house-omb-memo-mass-firings-government-shutdown-congress-rcna233590
3. NDTV – [Link]https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/white-house-orders-agencies-to-prepare-for-mass-firings-ahead-of-possible-shutdown-9341055
4. BBC News – [Link]https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y4de02x3wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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