Federal Workers Protest Massive Layoffs Amid Trump, Musk Cuts

Over 85,000 federal employees have been laid off or accepted buyouts as part of President Trump's initiative to downsize the federal government, with significant job cuts impacting key agencies such as the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services. Protests have erupted nationwide, including a rally in Seattle, where workers from various agencies are pushing back against the layoffs and calling for accountability from Elon Musk, who oversees the Department of Government Efficiency. Democratic activists are also mobilizing against Musk, organizing demonstrations at Tesla dealerships and congressional offices to counter his influence and Trump's job cuts. Critics argue that the cuts are not based on performance but are a politically motivated purge aimed at reducing government spending to benefit corporate interests. Union leaders have warned that these layoffs threaten the functioning of government and the welfare of the working class. The situation represents a significant shift in federal employment policy, drawing parallels to historical mass firings under previous administrations.