In a significant shift, several federal agencies have reconsidered their layoff plans as the Trump administration faces a wave of staff departures. As some agencies are forced to walk back planned layoffs, others reveal that many positions are already vacant due to recent exits. Amid ongoing legal challenges, the administration has refused to disclose specific reorganization and mass layoff plans, asserting these details are confidential, even in court. This comes as the White House continues to promote initiatives aimed at downsizing the federal workforce, raising concerns about the collateral damage, including impacts on summer interns. Critics argue that this downsizing could have extensive repercussions for public services as agencies scramble to maintain efficiency while navigating these sweeping changes.