How Trump administration fires federal workers over team calls
February 15, 2025
Federal employees face significant uncertainties due to the Trump administration’s workforce reduction initiatives, primarily targeting probationary staff lacking civil service protections. Mass dismissals across multiple agencies, including up to 1,300 CDC employees and 300 NNSA personnel, have sparked chaos and distress. The abrupt terminations have raised concerns about adequate implementation and potential impacts on public health and national security functions.
