Trump says SCOTUS may need to decide legality of judge’s ‘dangerous’ mandate
President Donald Trump recently expressed concern over a ruling by U.S. District Judge William Alsup, who ordered the administration to reinstate thousands of probationary workers that were fired as part of an effort to reduce the federal workforce. Trump, while aboard Air Force One, stated that the judge was overstepping his bounds and that the Supreme Court may need to intervene to make a final decision on the matter.
Following Alsup’s order, another judge appointed by former President Barack Obama also issued a similar ruling, further complicating the situation. Judge James Bredar ordered a two-week halt to the firings, citing procedural irregularities in the mass layoffs across six government agencies.
The Trump administration has vehemently opposed these rulings, with Trump labeling them as “absolutely ridiculous.” The administration has already filed an appeal, arguing that the states have no authority to interfere in federal employment matters. Trump’s legal team maintains that the layoffs were performance-based and not subject to regulations governing large-scale reductions.
The targeted workers in this case are probationary employees, who are still in the initial trial period of their employment. These employees lack certain civil protections afforded to regular government workers, making them more vulnerable to layoffs. Several lawsuits have already been filed challenging the mass firings.
As the legal battle continues, the Trump administration finds itself embroiled in over 100 lawsuits since taking office. Trump has also filed an emergency petition with the Supreme Court regarding his executive order on birthright citizenship, seeking to implement certain provisions while other legal battles unfold in various states.
Overall, the situation remains contentious as the judiciary and the executive branch clash over the handling of federal employment matters. The outcome of these legal battles could have far-reaching implications for the future of the federal workforce and the balance of power between the branches of government. Stay tuned for further developments on this ongoing saga.
