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Trump Layoff Threat Spurs Federal Resignations Amid Mental Health Concerns, Congressional Opposition, and Court Review

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Updated May 22, 2025, 07:03 PM

The Trump administration's threat of mass layoffs has led to tens of thousands of U.S. government workers choosing to resign amid fears of imminent firing. Federal employees report severe mental health struggles, including panic attacks, depression, and suicidal thoughts, attributed to the administration's approach. Congressional representatives and labor leaders have voiced strong opposition to the layoffs, emphasizing the critical role of federal workers in maintaining essential public services.

A coalition of lawmakers has called for accountability and urged agency leadership at the Veterans Affairs (VA), Social Security Administration (SSA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to oppose staffing cuts. The administration's overhaul of the federal workforce is currently under judicial review in a court hearing addressing the legality of the mass layoffs. Additionally, a lawsuit involving a dozen U.S. states challenges the administration's tariff policies. Critics have highlighted the involvement of Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in these efforts, which they describe as detrimental to both federal employees and the American public reliant on government services.

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