- The White House budget office has issued a directive to all federal agencies to prepare for potential layoffs as part of reduction-in-force plans.
- This preparation is in response to a looming government shutdown that could affect federal operations and staffing.
- The guidance highlights that the shutdown measures will focus on programs that are not deemed essential or required to continue during the shutdown period.
- The urgency of the directive suggests a significant risk of an impending shutdown that could impact various federal programs and employees.
- Federal agencies are being urged to act promptly to ensure they have plans in place for handling workforce reductions if the shutdown occurs.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/white-house-tells-federal-agencies-prepare-layoff-plans-government-shutdown-looms)
