U.S. State Department Prepares for Potential Large-Scale Layoffs

According to Odaily, the U.S. State Department is bracing for significant layoffs, potentially starting this Friday, following a Supreme Court decision that supports the Trump administration's restructuring plans. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court overturned a lower court's ruling that had blocked the planned layoffs, which could affect thousands of employees. Sources indicate that the State Department anticipated this decision and is preparing to initiate the 'mandatory reduction' notification process, although the exact timeline remains uncertain. In anticipation of the Supreme Court's ruling, the State Department has been preparing for a broader reorganization. Last month, the department requested updated resumes from civil servants and revised the Foreign Affairs Manual to align with the restructuring needs.