Trump's Shutdown Sparks Thousands of Federal Worker Firings and Legal Battles

Since the start of the U.S. government shutdown on October 1, President Trump has announced the firing of 4,108 federal employees, a figure revised downward from initial estimates, amidst ongoing disputes over funding and the shutdown's impact on government operations. Federal worker unions are challenging the layoffs in court, arguing they are not justified during a shutdown, which has led to disruptions in essential services and protests from lawmakers representing affected regions.