White House Reviews Second Round of Federal Layoff Plans

The White House is reviewing plans from federal agencies for a second wave of mass layoffs, which could result in the firing of thousands of government workers soon. Under President Trump's directive, agencies submitted their downsizing proposals by March 13, aiming to address what he termed a 'bloated' federal workforce. The review is being overseen by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), with Elon Musk's DOGE playing a central role. While Musk is kept informed, he is not involved in day-to-day reviews of the documents. Critics, including labor unions, argue that this initiative undermines essential government functions without tangible cost savings, and several agencies, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and NASA, are preparing significant staff cuts. A completion timeline for the review has not been set, but the administration hopes to finalize the process by the end of September.