DEVELOPING: White House Warns of Imminent Layoffs as Government Shutdown Looms

Breaking News: White House Warns of Imminent Layoffs as Government Shutdown Looms The White House has issued a memo warning that if the government shuts down on October 1, it will issue "reduction in force" notices to federal workers, effectively laying them off permanently. This marks a significant shift from past shutdowns, where employees were temporarily furloughed. According to sources, the Office of Management and Budget has instructed agency heads to identify programs that are not aligned with President Trump's priorities. Those affected will receive permanent layoff notices, rather than being sent home on unpaid leave. This move is a direct result of the ongoing budget dispute between Congress and the White House. The government is set to run out of funding on October 1, sparking fears of a shutdown. The memo obtained by NPR outlines plans for a "reduction in force" (RIF) notice, which would allow the administration to permanently eliminate certain positions. This approach is unprecedented in past shutdowns, where employees were typically furloughed until a budget deal was reached. The White House has not commented on the specifics of the memo, but sources confirm that agency heads have been instructed to identify programs for potential elimination. As the government teeters on the brink of a shutdown, federal workers are bracing for the worst. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether a deal can be reached or if the White House's plans for permanent layoffs come into effect. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*