Mass layoffs in US begins: Thousands of nuclear arms workers could be fired from their jobs amid government shutdown, warns top Republican
Published on: Oct. 17, 2025, 9:23 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The National Nuclear Security Administration, responsible for US nuclear weapons, faces significant staff furloughs and layoffs. Carryover funding is running out, potentially impacting 80 percent of employees. Energy Secretary Chris Wright confirmed tens of thousands of critical workers may be let go. Safety and security personnel will remain on duty.
