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Laid Off from X / Twitter? Unemployment Guide for Affected Workers

If you were affected by a X / Twitter layoff, here is what to file, what your rights are, and what matters most in the first 48 hours.

First 48 Hours Guide → Find My State Office

If you were laid off by X / Twitter, here is what matters most for your unemployment benefits and next steps.

About this layoff event

Following Elon Musk's 2022 acquisition, Twitter reduced its workforce by approximately 75%, including thousands of involuntary terminations. Many California workers had disputed separation reasons given the chaotic circumstances. California EDD processed a large volume; some workers successfully pursued WARN Act claims.

Key topics for affected workers

First steps after a layoff from this company

File your unemployment claim immediately — the week you file is typically the first week eligible for benefits. Review any severance agreement carefully before signing. Save all separation documents, pay stubs, and confirmation numbers from your filing. Set up your certification schedule from the start.

See our complete first-48-hours guide and find your state's unemployment office using the official resources on this page.