Robots & Artificial IntelligenceMicrosoft lays off 4,800 employees, including 600 in Washington Posted on July 6, 2026 by Administrator Microsoft laid off 4,800 employees Monday, including 600 in Washington, where the company is headquartered (Redmond). The cuts impacted roles across sales, consulting, and the Xbox gaming division. The layoffs accounted for approximately 2.1% of its workforce.