Massive Government Shake-Up: Supreme Court Lets Trump Slash 100,000 Federal Jobs!
In a landmark development, the U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the path for former President Donald Trump’s executive order that allows mass layoffs across the federal workforce. This decision lifts a lower court’s block and gives the Trump administration the green light to begin implementing large-scale cuts across 19 major federal agencies, including the Departments of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, Veterans Affairs, Commerce, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The ruling comes as ongoing legal battles continue to challenge the constitutionality and administrative legality of the order.
Originally halted by lower courts citing concerns over separation of powers and potential violations of the Administrative Procedure Act, the executive order had been on hold for months. However, the Supreme Court’s recent move is procedural in nature, meaning it does not determine the legality of the order itself but rather permits the administration to proceed while the lawsuits remain active. Critics argue that the decision could have devastating consequences for essential public services and disrupt the functioning of government institutions.
Estimates suggest that over 100,000 federal jobs are at risk under the restructuring plan. Some employees have already taken early retirement or resigned in anticipation of the cuts. Agencies involved in critical areas such as veterans’ benefits, food safety, environmental protection, and public health research may face major disruptions if the plan moves forward at full scale. Union leaders and advocacy groups have expressed alarm, warning that the layoffs could severely impact not only workers but also the public services many Americans rely on.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, in a sharp dissent, criticized the decision, warning that unchecked executive power in this context could “dismantle essential government functions.” Lawsuits filed by various cities and labor organizations, including Baltimore and San Francisco, are still being heard in lower courts. The central question of whether the executive order violates constitutional or statutory protections remains unresolved.
As legal proceedings continue, the ruling marks a significant turning point in the debate over federal employment and presidential authority. The outcome of this legal battle will likely shape the future of the U.S. civil service and set new precedents for executive power in public administration.
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