The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is facing backlash after laying off staff members with just one day’s notice and no severance, according to the DNC Staff Union. The union has sharply criticized the party’s leadership, accusing them of “callous and short-sighted mismanagement” following the mass layoffs, which they argue go far beyond typical post-election turnover.

Many of those laid off had been assured their jobs would be secure after the election. Some of those had even worked for the DNC for decades.

In a statement, the union condemned senior leadership for leaving loyal employees in a difficult position, scrambling to cover essential expenses like rent, medical bills and child care.