Breaking news: Layoffs of 10,000 federal health workers begin

Some found out they lost their jobs when their security badges did not work.

View in browser April 1, 2025, 10:05 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Eric Lee/The New York Times Mass Layoffs of Federal Health Workers Begin The Trump administration's layoffs of 10,000 federal health workers began today, with some workers finding out that they had lost their jobs when their office security badges did not work. Follow live updates More coverage No toilet paper and no privacy: Some federal workers returning to the office walked into chaos. → Cory Booker slammed President Trump's policies in a marathon Senate floor speech. → Doug Emhoff's law firm is said to be President Trump's next target. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018