Federal layoffs escalate under Trump’s shutdown, says Dan Mangan & Emily Wilkins. Budget chief Russell Vought confirmed significant layoffs—a rare move beyond furloughs—as billions in funding freeze hits Democrat-led areas. The administration pins blame on Democrats amid growing political tension. Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/10/trump-russ-vought-layoffs-government-shutdown.html #DanMangan #EmilyWilkins #RussellVought #TrumpAdministration #governmentshutdown #federallayoffs #politics #news