Group 1 - The U.S. State Department has initiated a large-scale layoff, with the first batch involving over 1,350 public employees, including 1,107 domestic civil servants and 246 foreign affairs personnel [2][3] - The layoffs are part of a restructuring plan aimed at streamlining the State Department, which has seen its size and spending increase significantly over the past 15 years [3][4] - The restructuring includes the elimination of 132 offices and the relocation of 137 offices, with a focus on enhancing efficiency by consolidating or merging redundant functions [3] Group 2 - Internal reports indicate that the layoffs have led to operational chaos within the State Department, raising concerns about national security risks due to the unexpected removal of key departments [1] - The layoff process has been described as haphazard, with some employees receiving termination notices while on business trips, leading to fears of damage to U.S. diplomatic relations [1][3] - The State Department plans to reduce its workforce by nearly 3,000 employees, including voluntary departures, to prioritize diplomatic work [3]
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Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao·2025-07-18 16:20