Former Federal Workers Transition to State and City Jobs Amid Layoffs
Following significant layoffs in 2025, many former federal employees have transitioned to state and city jobs. The downsizing, part of President Trump's efforts to reduce government size, led to over 317,000 federal employees leaving their positions. Programs like Civic Match have facilitated this transition by organizing job fairs and helping former federal workers find roles in local government. States such as California, Maryland, and New York have actively recruited these workers, recognizing their skills and experience as valuable assets for local governance. 
