The State Department prepares for mass layoffs this Friday

State Department employees are preparing for mass layoffs as soon as Friday. This follows a Supreme Court decision that enables the Trump administration's reorganization and downsizing plans, potentially affecting thousands of jobs.

The State Department had anticipated this decision and has been preparing for a “reduction in force” by requesting resumes from civil service employees. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's proposal includes cutting about 15% of domestic staff and closing multiple offices.

However, challenges regarding specific agency plans may continue as the justices did not address them directly in their ruling. The exact timeline for layoffs remains uncertain.