Govt Shutdown Threatens Layoffs At NNSA Responsible for US Nuclear Weapons
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Oct 18, 2025, 09:23 IST | Updated: Oct 18, 2025, 09:23 IST
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Thousands of U.S. nuclear weapons workers could face mass layoffs as the government shutdown stretches into its third week. The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), responsible for maintaining the U.S. nuclear arsenal, warns of severe disruptions if funding isn’t restored. What’s at stake for national security and the workers caught in the crossfire?
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