State Department Set to Cut Jobs Soon

The State Department is preparing to let go of some employees soon. This move is part of a big change happening within the agency. The decision comes after the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to make these changes. Around 1, 873 people might lose their jobs. This number includes both civil and foreign service workers. The changes will affect more than 300 offices and bureaus. Many employees are worried about their futures. The head of the State Department, Marco Rubio, said the changes are being done carefully. He mentioned that some offices will be strengthened, while others will be closed. The focus is on reorganizing, not on individual employees. Foreign service officers, who often speak multiple languages and work around the world, might be affected. If they were working in an office that is now closed, they could lose their jobs. However, there are no plans to cut jobs at overseas posts for now. Critics say these cuts come at a bad time. With ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, the need for skilled diplomats is high. The president of the American Foreign Service Association said the cuts could hurt morale and make it harder to recruit new talent. The State Department plans to finish the reorganization by July 1. They aim to handle the job cuts with care, respecting the employees who are affected.