Davids Slams Administration’s Mass Federal Worker Firings

Today, Representative Sharice Davids released a statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announcement that it would begin firing federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown. While many legal scholars are questioning the legality of this decision, Davids is highlighting the reckless disregard for hardworking federal employees and the communities that depend on them.

"Federal workers are not political pawns,” said Davids. “In Kansas, where federal jobs are a vital part of our economy, these cuts will not only uproot the lives of dedicated civil servants but also threaten public trust and safety. We should be coming together to find a solution to end this government shutdown, not tearing down the very people who keep our country running.”

Earlier this year, Davids convened a discussion with federal workers who were laid off due to the Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiatives, led by Elon Musk. The conversation shed light on the personal and community impacts of the substantial federal workforce reductions currently underway.

Kansas City, a major hub for federal employment, has been experiencing widespread impacts from federal layoffs for months. The federal government is the metro’s largest employer, with approximately 30,000 federal workers. These cuts affect Kansas City families, local economies, and the critical services federal employees provide to the public.

Davids is pushing for a bipartisan agreement to reopen the government and protect Kansans from the consequences of partisan gridlock in D.C. She recently announced her support for two bills: one to guarantee pay for aviation workers and another to ensure active-duty service members continue receiving their paychecks. Kansas is home to more than 25,000 federal employees and more than 21,000 active-duty service members.

While Davids works to reopen the government, Kansans impacted by the shutdown can visit davids.house.gov/shutdown for resources that may help during this time. Impacted federal workers can also utilize Davids’ Job Seekers Guide, which provides valuable resources for finding new employment and support during periods of unemployment.