Federal Workers File Class Action Appeals Against Trump Mass Firings

Attorneys have filed class action appeals to a federal board on behalf of thousands of federal workers recently terminated by President Trump, arguing that these mass firings were unlawful and not compliant with established regulations. The appeals, which target multiple federal agencies, aim to reinstate the workers and secure back pay, claiming the terminations were broad organizational layoffs rather than individualized actions, violating necessary protocols. Lawyers highlighted that federal rules require consideration of tenure, performance, and veteran status during layoffs and stipulate a 60-day notice period. Critics assert that the Trump administration has disregarded these legal processes, leading to confusion and damage within the civil service. The mass firings have primarily affected probationary employees, who typically have fewer legal protections. Meanwhile, Trump maintains that the layoffs are part of his efforts to eliminate fraud and inefficiency within the government.