Supreme Court Backs Trump on Federal Layoff Plan

The U.S. Supreme Court, in an unsigned 8-1 decision, has temporarily allowed President Donald Trump to move forward with his executive order directing federal agencies to prepare for mass layoffs, overturning a lower court injunction. The Court found the executive order likely lawful but did not rule on the legality of specific agency actions, leaving open the possibility of future legal challenges. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented, criticizing the move as premature and lacking adequate congressional oversight, while Justice Sonia Sotomayor concurred only with granting a stay. The ruling is viewed as a significant victory for Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce and enforce budget constraints. Critics argue the decision may undermine Congress’s authority over federal employment policy. Further litigation is expected as the agencies implement Trump's order.