U.S. Government Faces Massive Layoffs Amid Trump's Overhaul Plan

President Trump's plan for government restructuring leads to expected layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education and other agencies. Early retirement programs and buyouts are implemented to meet deadlines, while facing legal challenges and criticism regarding the strategic impact on federal mission capabilities.

The U.S. Department of Education is standing at the precipice of a massive reduction in workforce, as reports indicate it will lay off half its staff, following President Trump's overhaul deadline.

Agencies are offering early retirement incentives, with the Office of Personnel Management, Social Security Administration, and the Department of Health and Human Services among those embracing buyouts to evade legal entanglements while meeting targets.

This strategic move, underscored by legal and operational critiques, is part of a broader plan led by advisor Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency aimed at government transformation.

(With inputs from agencies.)