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State Department is firing over 1,300 employees under Trump administration plan
UNITED STATES, JUL 16 – The layoffs affect 1,353 domestic employees as part of a reorganization to eliminate overlapping functions and align foreign policy with the 'America First' agenda, officials said.
- On Friday, the State Department initiated layoffs affecting over 1,300 U.S.-based employees as part of a significant reorganization that was announced on April 22, 2025.
- The restructuring is designed to enhance the State Department’s efficiency by concentrating on key foreign policy objectives and reflects the Trump administration’s broader initiative to reduce the size of the federal government.
- The firings affect 1,107 civil service officers and 246 foreign service officers, with hundreds of offices and bureaus eliminated or altered amid tense global crises.
- Most civil servants will receive 60 days of leave before their termination, while foreign service officers will have 120 days of administrative leave, as officials emphasize preserving employee dignity.
- Critics warn this reduction risks harming morale and U.S. diplomatic capacity during conflicts like Ukraine and the Middle East, while supporters claim it enhances agency efficiency and budget savings.
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