Vice President JD Vance on Sunday announced that as the government shutdown continues, significant cuts to the federal workforce are imminent, leaving many employees in uncertainty.
Entering its 12th day, Vance warned on Fox News' 'Sunday Morning Futures' that the new cuts would be 'painful!', highlighting that the Trump administration is attempting to prioritize military payments and certain services for low-income Americans amid the stalemate.
Over 4000 federal workers across multiple agencies are expected to be impacted by layoffs, as tensions mount in Congress between the Republican majority and Democratic representatives.
The shutdown commenced after Democrats rejected a short-term funding plan that did not include health care subsidies, leading to harsh disagreements and finger-pointing among party leaders.
Despite calls for negotiations from Democrats, the Republican leadership remains steadfast, blaming the opposition for prolonging the situation.
Union representatives and Democrats argue that the layoffs are both illegal and unnecessary, pointing out that the Republicans have created an untenable situation for federal workers. With public protests and legal actions underway, the political landscape continues to heat up around the ongoing government shutdown.
