White House Readies for Possible Shutdown, Warns of Mass Firings

With a potential government shutdown on the horizon, the White House has taken a hardline stance, ordering federal agencies to prepare for mass firings. This latest clash between President Donald Trump and congressional Democrats could leave thousands of federal workers facing potential furloughs.

Barring a last-minute breakthrough, the shutdown would force the closure or reduced staffing of government functions deemed non-essential, such as national parks. However, essential services like the military and law enforcement will continue to operate.

While government shutdowns have occurred in the past, the threat of layoffs rather than temporary furloughs could put added pressure on federal employees. Furloughed workers typically receive back pay once the government resumes operations, but those who are laid off will be permanently let go.

The looming shutdown is the latest development in the high-stakes confrontation between the White House and Congress, with the potential to disrupt the lives of thousands of federal workers across the country.