Other companies such as Meta and Expedia also reported hundreds of layoffs to the state\u2019s employment department.<\/p>\n
Experts say the companies are reshaping their workforce to adapt to new AI technology.<\/p>\n
High layoff numbers clash with new hiring efforts<\/h3>\n
While many workers are losing their jobs, some companies are still looking for new ones in specific business specialties.<\/p>\n
Between December and January, Amazon and Microsoft posted thousands of new, unique job openings in the Seattle area.<\/p>\n
Supporters of the tech industry point out that while some roles are being replaced by AI, new opportunities are being created at the same time. However, the information and retail sectors still face a difficult road, as they have had the most recent layoff notices.<\/p>\n
Political leaders disagree over the cause of job losses<\/h3>\n
Local and national political parties have very different views on why so many people are losing their jobs.<\/p>\n
Washington Democrats blame the layoffs on federal economic decisions and tariffs, arguing that working families are being hurt by these policies.<\/p>\n
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