Federal workers experiencing ‘PTSD-like symptoms’ after unlawful firings by Trump administration
Federal workers who were unlawfully fired during the Trump administration are reporting significant mental health issues, including PTSD-like symptoms. A survey of over 300 affected employees revealed that 95% are experiencing ongoing mental health effects, with many struggling to find comparable employment. Legal challenges regarding these firings are ongoing, but the impact on the workers' mental health remains profound.
- ▪A survey of more than 300 fired probationary employees found that 95% reported ongoing mental health effects.
- ▪Nearly half of the respondents indicated they are experiencing PTSD-like symptoms.
- ▪One in five respondents reported being unemployed as of January 31, and many who found new jobs are earning significantly less.
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Employees walk out of the US Department of State headquarters on 11 July 2025, in Washington DC. Photograph: Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenEmployees walk out of the US Department of State headquarters on 11 July 2025, in Washington DC. Photograph: Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesBusiness Federal workers experiencing ‘PTSD-like symptoms’ after unlawful firings by Trump administrationIn survey of more than 300 fired probationary employees, 95% reported continuing mental health effectsMichael SainatoWed 3 Jun 2026 06.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleUS federal workers laid off by the Trump administration said they are experiencing mental health effects, including PTSD-like symptoms, from losing their jobs, according to a new survey.More than 300 fired probationary…
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