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Virginia posted the nation’s 48th-worst job growth from May 2025 to May 2026, shedding 51,400 jobs—the most of any state, led by a steep manufacturing decline (down 4.91% year-to-date). Despite CNBC ranking Virginia No. 3 for business, the data point to a weakening national economy and a growing gap with North Carolina, highlighting the need for Virginia to diversify away from federal jobs and accelerate private-sector growth.
CISA is participating in the 2026 CyberCorps® Scholarship for Service program, offering 100 summer cybersecurity internships and full-time positions for eligible students and recent graduates, aiming to develop future cyber defense leaders through hands-on federal government experience.
The Trump administration plans to cut over 10,000 federal jobs during the ongoing government shutdown, with White House budget director Russell Vought indicating a focus on reducing bureaucracy through layoffs, which are currently being contested in court by unions.
US Vice-President JD Vance warned of deeper job cuts if the government shutdown continues, with hundreds of thousands of federal employees already on unpaid leave and ongoing disputes over healthcare subsidies causing further disruptions, including the closure of Smithsonian museums and research centers.
A new analysis suggests 22 U.S. states are in or near recession due to factors like slowing immigration, tariffs, and federal job cuts, with the overall economy still not in recession but close to it, heavily influenced by states with agriculture, manufacturing, and federal employment exposure.
The US job market slowed in May with 139,000 new jobs added, reflecting uncertainty from the ongoing trade war and federal job cuts, while the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2%. Economists anticipate further slowdown, and President Trump has called for lower interest rates to stimulate growth.
The D.C. region, particularly Northern Virginia, is preparing for potential impacts from President-elect Donald Trump's plans to cut federal spending and jobs. While some federal positions may be lost or relocated, the effects could extend to contractors in the area. Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new "Department of Government Efficiency" to advise on reducing government waste. However, sectors like Defense and Homeland Security in Virginia might remain stable or even grow due to potential policy changes.