Layoff concerns are spreading in the private sector due to various federal strategies implemented by the Trump administration.
A survey of almost 1,200 U.S. workers reveals that about half of respondents are concerned about possible layoffs at their organizations.
The main factors contributing to layoff anxieties are Trump's tariff plans, cuts to government contractors, industry deregulation, and immigration changes.
Worries about layoffs have impacted workplace productivity, with 25% of respondents reporting reduced productivity, primarily due to stress, anxiety, and job instability.