The U.S. State Department is preparing for significant layoffs, notifying employees that nearly 15% of its domestic staff will be cut soon, following a recent Supreme Court ruling that permits the Trump administration to move forward with mass firings across federal agencies. As anxiety grips federal workers, particularly in the State Department, the announcement has left many employees bracing for the impending job cuts. The ruling has sparked concerns about the impact on federal workforce stability and ongoing conservation and science efforts. The layoffs are expected to begin in the coming days, marking a dramatic shift in government personnel amidst a contentious legal backdrop.