(GoRealNewsNow.com) – Unions were dealt a massive blow after a federal judge gave President Donald Trump the go-ahead to continue mass-firing federal workers.
U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled that federal court was not the appropriate venue for the unions’ lawsuit.
His decision paves the way for the Trump administration to streamline government operations and reduce bureaucratic bloat.
The ruling affects thousands of federal employees who have been laid off during the first month of President Trump’s second term.
This decisive action by the Trump administration aims to cut up to 10% of the federal workforce, fulfilling a key campaign promise to drain the Washington swamp and reduce government waste.
Judge Cooper’s decision aligns with federal law, stating that labor disputes of this nature should be arbitrated by the Federal Labor Relations Authority rather than in federal district court.
Despite union objections, this ruling marks a significant victory for the administration’s efforts to streamline federal operations and reduce governmental payroll.
The Trump administration argued successfully that the unions failed to demonstrate immediate harm that would require an emergency order to stop the layoffs.
This argument resonated with Judge Cooper, who acknowledged the disruptive nature of the executive actions but emphasized the need for even-handed legal decisions.
The judge argued courts were “duty-bound to decide legal issues based on even-handed application of law and precedent — no matter the identity of the litigants or, regrettably at times, the consequences of their rulings for average people.”
National Treasury Employees Union President Doreen Greenwald stated, “All of these orders are further evidence that this administration is motivated not by efficiency, but by cruelty and a total disregard for the government services that will be lost.”
Despite union claims that President Trump’s actions conflict with Congress’ authority over federal workforce size and layoff procedures, the judge’s ruling allows the administration to move forward with its plans.
President Trump appointed Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, which was tasked with cutting jobs and programs deemed wasteful to enhance government efficiency.
The impact of these measures is already being felt across various federal agencies.
For instance, the Internal Revenue Service has begun firing employees, with around 7,000 expected to leave their jobs.
Before initiating the mass firings, the Trump administration offered a massive voluntary buyout program, which saw about 75,000 federal workers (3% of the workforce) accept offers to leave their positions.
The program allowed federal workers to leave their posts while receiving generous severance through September to ease their transition.
In the meantime, the Trump administration continues facing numerous legal challenges as it carries out its mission to streamline government operations and reduce spending.
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