A federal judge denied a request from labor groups to issue a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration’s plan to remove thousands of U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) workers from their jobs. The judge cited a lack of irreparable harm being imminent and the ability of relevant agencies to address the changes being made. This decision follows a previous ruling that paused some of the administration’s actions regarding USAID staff. The judge’s ruling was in response to a lawsuit by unions representing USAID workers, who argued that defunding the agency would have disastrous humanitarian consequences and had already imperiled American lives. Despite this setback, the unions plan to continue pursuing legal action to ensure the safety of Americans at home and abroad.
The Trump administration has indicated plans to cut up to 10% of the federal workforce, with tech billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency playing a key role in these efforts. Musk has made false claims and referred to USAID as a criminal organization, suggesting that it should be dismantled. The White House did not respond to requests for comment on the judge’s ruling. While the unions are disappointed by the decision, they remain committed to protecting the mission of USAID, which is to advance U.S. interests and deliver life-saving assistance globally.
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