700 resignations spark alarm as US State Dept. plans further layoffs and mission closures

The US State Department is facing significant disruptions with over 700 resignations, including 450 career diplomats, in the first two months of 2025. The department plans to close several consulates and cut its budget by 20%, raising alarms about its ability to maintain global diplomatic and security efforts. These changes, coupled with growing concerns within the intelligence community, could have serious implications for US foreign relations and national security, as reported by The New York Times.