President Donald Trump has intensified the government shutdown by warning of mass layoffs of federal workers, yet Democrats remain unmoved, deeming the threats a continuation of the administration’s routine actions. The White House, led by budget director Russ Vought, has not yet followed through on the threat, despite the shutdown entering its seventh day. Democrats argue that the real challenge lies with Trump, not their party, and that the firings are part of an ongoing strategy to pressure Congress. Union leaders and lawmakers alike have dismissed the threats as routine, pointing to past instances of similar actions by the Trump administration. However, the administration has used the threat of firings as a political weapon, attempting to shift blame for the shutdown to Democrats. Meanwhile, the ongoing shutdown continues to affect thousands of federal workers, with some facing delayed paychecks. Despite the mounting pressure, Democrats remain committed to their positions, believing that the public will ultimately hold Trump accountable for the crisis.