In a swift escalation of tactics, the White House budget office announced mass firings of federal workers. The move, aimed at applying additional pressure on Democratic lawmakers, underscores the mounting fallout of an ongoing government shutdown.

On the second day of the government shutdown, Democrats allege the White House is using the crisis as a pretext for widespread firings. Both sides show no signs of yielding, while President Trump intensifies attacks on Democratic-led states.

Federal agencies have been warned to brace for large-scale dismissals if Congress fails to reach a funding deal. Former President Donald Trump’s threat underscores mounting concerns over the consequences of a potential government shutdown.

Former President Donald Trump has filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court over mass firings. This legal move escalates the dispute to the nation’s highest court.