A federal judge in San Francisco has thwarted Trump's plans to downsize the federal workforce, halting the impending layoffs.
Court Ruling on Layoffs
Senior US District Judge Susan Illston issued an order blocking Trump's initiative to lay off thousands of federal workers. This ruling puts a stop to the planned layoffs set to begin next week.
Expectations and Agency Reactions
According to the court's decision, all layoff notices and actual terminations will be paused until May 23. This affects several key federal agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Labor.
Legal Discussion of Administration's Actions
Judge Illston emphasized that while Trump has the authority to restructure agencies, he must adhere to established legal procedures. She pointed out during Friday's hearings that Trump's previous attempt in 2017 involved seeking Congressional support.
Thus, the court has effectively halted the administration's layoff plans and affirmed the necessity of following legal procedures in this process.
