AI Layoffs Decoded 2026: Which Jobs Are Being Cut, and Which Are Safe

AI was the top reason for US job cuts in March and April 2026 — 26% of all April layoffs (Challenger). Tech YTD: 85,411 cuts. But 275,000 AI jobs are open at the same time. Real Q1 2026 numbers, the AI-washing pattern explained, and the 4-tier job risk map: high risk, medium risk, low risk, and growing.