Mass Layoffs Hit El Paso: 140 Workers Axed as Major Manufacturer SHUTS DOWN — Who’s Next?

Panic and uncertainty are spreading across El Paso after global auto parts giant Tenneco dropped a bombshell: the company will lay off 140 workers at its local facility between February and June 2025 — and that’s just the beginning. 📉 In a statement that blindsided employees, Tenneco blamed the decision on rising operational costs, declining demand, and a major restructuring effort to keep the company afloat. But for the families affected, it’s more than just corporate strategy — it’s a personal disaster. “My husband gave this company 12 years,” said one tearful spouse outside the factory gates. “They handed him a pink slip like it meant nothing.” ⚙️ The plant, which has long been a pillar of El Paso’s manufacturing sector, is reportedly scaling back operations dramatically. Local economic experts warn that the layoffs could cause a domino effect, impacting suppliers, logistics companies, restaurants, and even schools in the area. 💬 Meanwhile, social media is exploding with frustration, accusations, and conspiracy theories. “Corporate greed strikes again,” one post read. “How do you rake in billions and still cut jobs?” City officials say they’re working on relief efforts and job retraining programs, but critics argue they’ve failed to protect local workers from the whims of multinational corporations. This sudden gut-punch raises a frightening question: if a company as big as Tenneco is struggling in El Paso… who’s next?

4/7/20251 min read