The number of federal worker layoffs attributed to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown has been revised downward, casting doubt on the initial figures provided by the administration. The latest count indicates that 4,108 employees have been dismissed since the shutdown commenced on October 1.

Despite being a small portion of the overall government workforce, which numbers around 2 million civilians, the dismissals are causing significant operational disruptions. This includes delays in crucial functions like disease outbreak investigations and college readiness programs, prompting federal worker unions to pursue legal action against the job cuts.

A court hearing scheduled for October 15 will address the unions' challenges, asserting that these layoffs are unwarranted, given the regulati

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