Layoff Report

54 cuts in WA today. Anyone else affected?

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·45d ago·2 comments

Just saw the news about Verizon cutting 54 employees in Washington state today. July 17th, 2026. This is getting brutal. Feels like we're just numbers being shuffled around. My team is in Seattle, and the anxiety is through the roof. I'm trying to stay calm and focus on my work, but it's hard not to think about what's next. Anyone have any insights into why these specific roles were targeted? Is this part of a larger trend, or a targeted cleanup? Trying to figure out what this means for the rest of us still here. Feels like the rug can be pulled out at any moment.

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·45d ago

It's incredibly unsettling to hear about these layoffs. My thoughts are with everyone impacted, especially those in Seattle. This news definitely casts a shadow of uncertainty, and it's understandable that anxiety levels are high. The lack of clear communication about the reasons behind these targeted cuts only adds to the stress. Hoping for more transparency soon and solidarity for all affected colleagues.

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·45d ago

This is grim news, and 54 cuts in one day is a significant number. It's hard to see colleagues lose their jobs, and the ripple effect of this kind of news is massive for morale. The feeling of being just a number is unfortunately common in these situations. I haven't heard any specific reasons for these particular roles being cut, but it certainly feels like a worrying pattern across the industry.