US women are disproportionately exiting the workforce in 2025 due to rigid policies and caregiving burdens. Over 455,000 women left paid work, widening the gender gap. Experts warn this 'backsliding' impacts careers and the economy, with women of colour facing the steepest challenges. Return-to-office mandates are a key factor.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/from-office-mandates-to-childcare-gaps-why-women-are-stepping-away-from-the-us-workforce-in-2025/articleshow/125961457.cms