The Interior Department has outlined potential plans to lay off more than 2,000 employees, predominantly affecting the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife, and Land Management agencies. Due to ongoing budgetary constraints and a looming government shutdown, these layoffs could severely impact conservation efforts and public land management. Reports indicate that the Trump administration is targeting hundreds of jobs in Colorado and other regions, raising concerns among environmental advocates and federal employees. Court filings have exposed plans to terminate key positions within the National Park Service, sparking criticism from Democrats who describe these actions as politically motivated. However, recent court rulings have caused the Department to pause these layoff plans, leaving many uncertainties for affected workers. Critics argue that such staffing cuts could exacerbate challenges faced by federal agencies tasked with conservation and environmental protection.