💨 Abstract

Former U.S. diplomats, including Susan Rice, condemned Secretary of State Marco Rubio's plan to lay off thousands in favor of shrinking the federal bureaucracy. The proposed overhaul could cut hundreds of elite Foreign Service members advocating for U.S. interests amidst global challenges. The administration aims to align the department with "America First" priorities. A federal judge temporarily blocked the reorganization, with the Supreme Court yet to weigh in. Critics argue the reductions are reckless at a time of heightened international challenges.

Courtesy: theprint.in