In a wave of aggressive layoffs, the Trump administration has initiated mass firings across multiple federal agencies, impacting thousands of workers, including veterans, educators, and medical researchers. Employees from the Department of Homeland Security, HHS, and the Forest Service are among those who have lost their jobs, with estimates suggesting nearly 10,000 federal workers could be affected. Former employees have expressed feelings of betrayal and confusion, citing a demoralizing atmosphere characterized by chaos and sudden terminations. As agencies like the VA and USDA reduce their workforce, concerns grow about the ripple effects on services and local economies, particularly in regions heavily reliant on federal employment. Amid ongoing court defenses related to these firings, the administration claims the workforce is too large and prioritizes performance metrics, despite pushback from labor organizations. The situation is evolving, with updates on layoffs and agency responses expected as the administration continues its workforce purges.