Friday, Mar 07

Trump clarifies that Cabinet secretaries, not Elon Musk, hold authority over staffing decisions within their agencies amid ongoing cost-cutting measures.

Thursday, Mar 06

The IRS is drafting a plan to reduce its workforce by up to half, with significant layoffs and buyouts under the Trump administration.

Monday, Mar 03

Pete Hegseth directs DOD civilian employees to comply with OPM email directive requesting weekly work accomplishments, enhancing government efficiency.

Saturday, Mar 01

The Social Security Administration plans to cut 7,000 jobs as part of a restructuring effort, raising concerns about services for millions of beneficiaries.

Monday, Feb 24

Elon Musk threatens federal workers to report their weekly accomplishments or resign, amid aggressive downsizing efforts by the Trump administration.

Saturday, Feb 22

Massive IRS layoffs threaten to delay tax refunds and hinder enforcement against tax evasion, as the agency faces significant staff reductions during peak filing season.

Friday, Feb 21

The IRS is set to lay off around 6,700 employees under President Trump's downsizing efforts, led by Elon Musk, amid a busy tax-filing season.

Wednesday, Feb 19

Southwest Airlines plans to cut 15% of its workforce, marking its first mass layoffs in 53 years as part of a transformational plan.

Sunday, Feb 16

Amid the 2025 tax season, the IRS prepares to lay off thousands of probationary workers as part of federal workforce reductions.

Thursday, Feb 13

A federal judge's ruling backs Trump's deferred resignation plan, allowing incentives for federal workers to leave amidst union challenges.