The federal agencies receiving Reduction in Force (RIF) notices in 2025 amid the government shutdown include:
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): 1,100 to 1,200 employees affected, mainly non-essential roles.
- Department of Education: About 466 employees impacted.
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): Around 442 employees affected.
- Department of the Treasury: Approximately 1,446 employees laid off, including some in the IRS.
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS): 176 employees, especially at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
- Department of Commerce: 315 employees receiving notices.
- Department of Energy: 187 employees impacted.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Around 20-30 employees have received "intent to RIF" notices, with final decisions pending.
These cuts are part of the Trump administration's effort to restructure the government during the shutdown, focusing on non-essential roles and aiming to streamline various agencies.
