On Friday, President Donald Trump signed an order to dismantle eight federal agencies, aiming to reduce government spending.
Executive Order to Downsize Agencies
According to the White House, the action eliminates non-statutory functions. Mass firings across multiple federal agencies marked the early months of Trump's second term. The administration aims to strip the executive branch of many assets.
Streamlining Federal Government
On February 11, Trump issued Order 14210 to use 'efficiency improvements and attrition' to shrink the workforce. This affects the U.S. Agency for Global Media and others.
Legal Challenges and Court Decisions
U.S. judges ordered the reinstatement of thousands of fired workers. Judges in California and Maryland required Trump's administration to reinstate workers unjustly fired. The judge stated that the reasons given for the dismissals were insufficient.
The administration's efforts to cut down agencies and the ensuing court rulings highlight the complexity of managing federal bureaucracy and the balance between cost-cutting and protecting employee rights.
