Planned job cuts at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs aim to slash over 80,000 positions, causing backlash among Democrats and veterans' advocates.
The Social Security Administration plans to cut 7,000 jobs as part of a restructuring effort, raising concerns about services for millions of beneficiaries.
Elon Musk's directives cause chaos among federal workers, leading to resignations and uncertainty as he attends Trump's cabinet meeting amid staffing cuts.
UK firms anticipate raising prices and cutting jobs following increased social security contributions, as indicated by a recent Bank of England survey.