The Trump administration's aggressive layoffs within the federal workforce have left tens of thousands unemployed or on indefinite leave, with potential cuts impacting at least 12% of the 2.4 million federal employees. These layoffs disproportionately affect women and people of color, undermining diversity and equity initiatives. Analysis shows that agencies with higher percentages of women and minorities face steep cuts, jeopardizing the progress made in workforce diversity and stability that federal employment traditionally provided, particularly in departments like Veterans Affairs and Education.
"The sheer scope of the layoffs has sent shockwaves through a workforce that has historically valued stability, fundamentally altering the lives of tens of thousands."
"These job cuts are not just financial, they represent a significant blow to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the federal workforce that have taken years to build."
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