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Thrust into unemployment, these axed federal workers endure relatives who celebrate their firing
- Thousands of federal workers have lost their jobs due to cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency .
- Some family members celebrate the job cuts, causing backlash for those affected, like Eric Anderson, who was fired from his position at the National Parks Service.
- Kristin Jenn expressed pain over her family's reaction to her job loss, feeling hurt by their response.
- As more layoffs are expected, former employees are struggling with familial support and perceptions, which many view through a political lens.
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