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July 14, 2025

"A Catastrophic Blow to Our National Interests": State Dept. Fires Over 1,300 Staff
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On Friday, the State Department fired more than 1,300 employees. The
American Foreign Service Association, which represents U.S. diplomats,
slammed the firings, saying, "Losing more diplomatic expertise at this
critical global moment is a catastrophic blow to our national
interests."


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