Trump Rescinds Layoffs of 325 Nuclear Security Workers Amid Backlash

In a surprising reversal, the Trump administration has halted the firings of hundreds of federal employees overseeing the nation's nuclear arsenal, following backlash over the abrupt layoffs. Initially, approximately 1,200 to 2,000 Department of Energy employees were let go, including 325 from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), which manages the nuclear stockpile. Reports indicate that while the Department of Energy claimed fewer than 50 staff members were actually terminated, insiders revealed that critical roles, including supervisors and weapons inspectors, were among those affected. Critics have voiced concerns regarding the administration's understanding of the NNSA's vital functions in national security. The layoffs were part of a broader initiative aligned with Elon Musk's DOGE agenda aimed at reducing government waste. Notably, this situation has drawn attention from various political figures, highlighting the perceived incompetence of the administration's decision-making process.