#workforcereduction

Same pattern as before. Layoffs started in Mexico, then move to USA/IDC the following week.

This week, layoffs in Mexico happened on 3/25 and 3/26, cutting about 15.46% of the workforce.

This round seems larger than before since it took two days to complete.

If you want to verify, check the not-mdc-social channel. You can see the dates, pattern, and posts from people affected. Also compare with the previous layoff pattern across Mexico, IDC, and USA.

Let me know if your data shows something different.

I just had a candid conversation with band 5 director offline. They said no on-shore hiring at all, first look for HIH if you can't find there, then contract one of the vendors. Some of the vendors already moved to fixed bid and to provide unlimited resources, i.e. whether you get 5 contractors or 10, the pay will be set once, fixed. The goal is not 70 HIH and 30 On shore, it's way less, only select managers will be around supervising HIH - When are we going to stop this? do we even have a government that cares about American workers anymore.

George Brown Polytechnic initiated a large-scale termination. This affects 51 employees, including both hourly and salaried staff. The college cites shifting government policies and budget pressures. Full-time enrollment dropped 29 percent from winter 2025 levels. The institution anticipates additional workforce reductions.

Toronto, Ontario

https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/george-brown-college-files-mass-termination-notice-in-face-of-steep-drop-in-enrolment/article_9fb89b41-e94e-449d-afb7-da12f0733dfb.html

Realistically they keep doing this on and on and surely they will have to stop doing this eventually I am not seeing the end game here. Soon no one will want to join and you will have ki-led off most of the workforce?

The Kennedy Center is implementing additional staff reductions. These job cuts affect multiple departments. Programming staff are among those impacted. Development, advertising, and marketing teams also face layoffs. This news indicates ongoing workforce changes at the institution.

Washington, D.C.

https://www.wusa9.com/video/news/community/more-layoffs-coming-to-the-kennedy-center/65-7c89472a-648f-400d-8610-30bf0db6609d

They may no longer be obligated to WARN in those states locations with 50+ employees, so VZ won't have to pay the additional money to keep them around doing nothing for a extra 30 or 60 days. It makes it cheaper to do layoffs after this is done, harder to count and trigger the thresholds.

We have 9k staff at GT right now. Will the cuts be 500, 1,000, or 2,000?

This isn't ending anytime soon. They've been cutting consistently through the last several years and that seems to have turned into a business strategy. They're not even trying to hide it anymore. If numbers need to look better, why bother with trying to come up with something long-term and business related when you can simply cut people and have it all align nicely on that spreadsheet?

rudential Financial Inc. filed another round of layoffs in New Jersey. This action brings the total job cuts at its Newark headquarters to 237 since July. The latest notice covers 54 positions expected to be eliminated between May and June. These workforce reductions are part of an ongoing organizational structure review. The company evaluates operations to align with evolving customer needs and strategic priorities.

https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/breaking-news/prudential-layoffs-in-newark-reach-237-569944.aspx

I can think of three rounds that consisted of more than just a few people. Am I missing anything?

I went to see how much the workforce has shrunk over the years due to layoffs and I found this:

2025 162,000
2024 159,000
2023 164,000
2022 143,000
2021 132,000
2020 135,000
2019 136,000
2018 137,000
2017 138,000
2016 136,000
2015 132,000
2014 122,000
2013 120,000
2012 115,000
2011 108,000

With the constant cuts, how the he-l do we have more employees than almost ever before?

Anyone else hearing of a layoff tomorrow

Over 200 manufacturing workers will be laid off. These job cuts will occur in the Valley. The layoffs are scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. A WARN letter was filed with the state. This letter confirmed the upcoming workforce reduction.

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2025/11/13/atkore-layoffs-phoenix-manufacturing.html

The timeline for a major local employer's shutdown has shifted. This shift buys workers more time. The original shutdown date is now later. A significant change to the job market is delayed. This employer is a major local presence.

The CCMA plant in Calvert City announced layoffs. Over one hundred employees will be affected by this decision. The company cited financial struggles as the reason for the job reductions. This news impacts the local industrial workforce.

Calvert City, KY

https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/local-industrial-plant-announces-layoffs-campaign-promotes-safe-practices-for-babies/article_71229bac-8b5a-4abb-a7c9-6768fea631cd.html

UCI Health plans to lay off approximately 150 workers. This represents about 1% of its total workforce. Federal funding cuts contributed to this decision. Declining reimbursement from insurers also prompted the restructuring. The integrated health system is undergoing a workforce reduction.

https://www.modernhealthcare.com/providers/mh-uci-health-layoffs-chad-lefteris/

Received my walking papers. T-Life team / Kevin Lau org. Was told 400 people in Jeff Simon org being notified today.

In the last five years, we went from nearly 120k employees to just under 90k. When is it going to stop? Is there a goal to reach or do they just plan to keep cutting indefinitely?

CNN is preparing to lay off employees this week. The move is part of a digital overhaul led by Mark Thompson. This effort aims to modernize the workforce for a digital future. The organization aims for more product, streaming, and digital storytelling roles. Roles seen as relics of an earlier era will be reduced.

https://www.status.news/p/cnn-layoffs-digital-mark-thompson

lot machine manufacturer IGT is laying off 700 workers globally. This reduction represents about 10 percent of the company's workforce. CEO Hector Fernandez stated the move aligns resources with business priorities. The company aims to streamline operations for future growth. Severance packages and transition resources are being provided to affected employees.

Las Vegas, Nevada

https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/casinos-gaming/this-nevada-company-is-laying-off-700-workers-worldwide-3728489/

Vanguard to hire 2k in India. I know the phrase right now is to "grow the workforce" but we all know what it is. Offshoring so they can get rid of American employees who cost more. And even if nobody gets cut here, to do this when so many people at home need a job is despicable. John Bogle is probably rolling in his grave.

Western Wyoming Community College recently announced significant staff reductions. The college is dissolving or restructuring 63 positions. This action is part of a budget realignment plan. It aims to address reduced property tax revenue and reliance on college reserves. Overall, 33 fewer positions will exist next fiscal year. Affected employees received notification last week and have a 90-day notice period.

Green River, WY

https://www.greenriverstar.com/story/2025/12/18/county/layoffs-at-western/13418.html

Union Pacific recently eliminated 17 carmen positions at its Green River station. This action is part of broader workforce reductions across the railroad industry. Former legislator Stan Blake warns that fewer human inspectors and more automation could increase train accidents. Railroad companies seek waivers to reduce human track inspections, citing technology benefits. However, labor groups argue automated systems cannot fully replace human detection of critical defects.

Green River, Wyoming

Railcrew Xpress Inc. is initiating layoffs. The company, a Kansas City transportation firm, filed WARN notices. Notices were filed for workers in Virginia, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. At least eight North Carolina offices will also close. A lost contract prompted these workforce reductions.

Kansas City, Missouri

https://www.kctv5.com/2026/01/05/kansas-city-based-transportation-company-layoff-hundreds-employees/

Zynex Inc. is laying off employees. These layoffs are affecting the Denver area. The company is reducing its workforce further. The majority of employees were laid off.

Denver, Colorado

https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2025/10/08/colorado-medtech-company-laying-off-more-employees.html

Office takeover? If you've noticed more than 25% of your workforce come from one country, stats say it's impossible - and maybe it's time to step forward.

Cognizant already lost in court: non-Indian workers 8.4x more likely to be benched and fired. Workforce 70-88% from one country. Jury ruled intentional discrimination - Americans replaced while visa holders stayed.

If you see the same pattern - fake training, cash deals, or one-country dominance - report it to USCIS.

USCIS fraud reporting: uscis.gov/report-fraud
(Anonymous option available - just give facts: location, numbers observed.)

The fact is ... It's math. With Cognizant the statisticians said ..not possible and that means- illegal. Whether its civil or criminal there are consequences.

Enforcement starts with people who see it.

The Cognizant case has taught us- When more than 25% of the staff come from one foreign country chances are a civil rights violation is taking place and it should be reported.

For at least a couple of years, until everything settles down. There's no doubt about this in my mind. If you like job security, you're out of luck.

Team Liquid recently experienced a new round of layoffs. This follows a previous workforce reduction seven months prior. At least five employees were impacted, according to social media posts. Affected roles included a creative coordinator and a marketing operations manager. The esports organization continues restructuring amid industry challenges.

https://www.sheepesports.com/us/lol/articles/team-liquid-hit-by-new-layoffs-seven-months-after-previous-wave/en

I wish they gave us more notice before this layoff, maybe 6 months. That would give us time to get our affairs in order and enough time to prove our worth to our respective VPs.

Started layoffs on 3/17 in US and slowly going through each org and countries. Trying to keep it silent as much as possible by only targeting one or two org per week. But yea the ultimate target to achieve will be around 30k as roumered by end of qtr. Be prepared, no exceptions this time !!

Algoma Steel will proceed with most planned layoffs. Approximately 1,000 employees were initially slated for reduction. Some workers will receive extensions for training or other reasons. Workforce reductions are occurring in phases. The company is committed to providing transition assistance.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/manufacturing/some-of-algoma-steels-1000-planned-layoffs-will-be-postponed-12033093

Starz recently reduced its employee count. Seven percent of its staff was affected. This action occurred 10 months after its Lionsgate separation. Starz prioritizes financial profitability and cash generation. Starz also cut 10% of its workforce in 2023.

https://deadline.com/2026/03/starz-layoffs-post-separation-lionsgate-1236761926/

Union - 27% (24,270 = CWA + IBEW)
India + EMEA - 11% (9,890)
Non-union - 62% (55,290 incl engineers, customer reps, sales and juicy Management fat @ BR)
Verizon Total - 89,900

Union - ~69% (8,700 = CWA + IBEW)
Non-union - ~30% (3,780)
Frontier Total - 12,600

Assuming the unions cannot be touched, is it reasonable to expect future cuts to be amongst the (55,290 + 3,780 = 59,070)?

**Based on all the chatter, assuming a 15% hair cut that equates to ~8,860

Https://www.wellmedhealthcare.com/notices/

No telling how many PA or FNP got let go.

As I understand it, the plan is to cut the panel in half over the next year. IMO this cutting our way to success is not going to work

Does anyone have the remaining known dates for layoffs this year? I just saw a comment on another post that said 3/19/26 was 1 of 4 remaining, but I’ve only seen 4/30 as the next known date.

So, if 3/19 and 4/30 are 2 of the 4 dates, what are the other 2?

So how do they decide who is laid off vs who stays? I was laid off a couple of years ago (and then came back to a different role, lower pay grade) and there were 2 of us laid off from our team of 5 - I was 48, she was in her 50's; I'd been with the company 17 years, she'd been there 9 years (1 team member that stayed was older than her, the other 2 were in their 40's but younger than me but all had been there at least 7, with 2 of them 20).

With yesterday's layoffs, there were 25 HDP pharmacists let go. I've only gotten 5 names, but of those 5 all of them are in their 50's and closer to retirement than not. 1 of them has been with the company 10 years, the others all at over 18 years.

So are they trying to get rid of older people and/or those with tenure?? And if so, isn't that ageism?

For anyone that thinks you aren’t replaceable, ponder this:

How many employees does UHC/Optum ‘really’ need to run business for jobs that can’t be automated or OGS to complete? C&S (Community & State) and a few E&I (only if US employees are required per their contract).

Whatever your answer is, cut that in # in 1/2. Once cuts are complete in Q1 2027, remaining US FTEs will be doing the work of 2-3 employees. Think not? It’s already happening.

A few questions:
How many layoffs have occurred in 2 years? How many teams disappeared?
What happened to their work?
Which depts absorbed it or was it considered irrelevant?
How many GL30+ have left in 2 years?

Algoma Steel is proceeding with significant workforce reductions. Approximately 1,000 of its 2,366 employees will be affected. The layoffs are being implemented in a phased approach. Some employees received extensions beyond their initial layoff date. This action supports the company's transition away from integrated operations.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

https://www.indexbox.io/blog/algoma-steel-layoffs-proceed-in-phased-approach-with-some-extensions/