White House says layoffs 'imminent' with no end to shutdown in sight

The White House has warned that layoffs are "imminent" due to the ongoing government shutdown, with no end in sight to the impasse between Republicans and Democrats. The partial shutdown, which began on December 22nd, has left hundreds of thousands of federal workers without pay and has impacted a wide range of government services. The White House has stated that the lack of progress in resolving the dispute is leading to the looming layoffs, though it has not provided specific details on which agencies or sectors will be affected. The shutdown has centered on President Trump's demand for $5.7 billion in funding for a wall on the southern border, a proposal that has been rejected by Democrats who control the House of Representatives. Both sides remain entrenched in their positions, with neither party showing any signs of compromise. The political stalemate has raised concerns about the broader economic impact of the shutdown and the potential for further disruptions to government operations.