US government workforce shrinks by 12% since September 2024 - Reuters

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The U.S. government's civilian workforce decreased by 12% between September 2024 and January 2026, reflecting efforts to reduce federal jobs. The Treasury Department and Health and Human Services saw significant reductions, while the Department of Homeland Security experienced a slight increase.

An analysis reveals that science agencies across the federal government lost nearly 95,000 workers between September 2024 and December 2025, as the Trump administration prioritized reducing the federal workforce.

Between September 2024 and January 2026, the U.S. government's civilian workforce was reduced by 12%, aligning with President Donald Trump's initiative to cut federal jobs. Significant reductions occurred in the Treasury Department and Health and Human Services, while Homeland Security saw a slight increase due to immigration priorities.