Trump administration must halt some DOGE cuts at 20 federal agencies

A federal judge has temporarily halted the Trump administration’s efforts to implement widespread cuts and layoffs across multiple government agencies. The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by federal employee unions, arguing that the administration’s actions exceed its legal authority. The judge’s order blocks affected agencies from proceeding with job cuts outlined in a February executive order, pending further legal review. The administration’s cost-cutting initiatives, led by the Department of Government Efficiency, have faced legal challenges from unions and lawmakers who view the actions as disruptive and potentially unlawful. The lawsuit alleges that President Trump lacks the authority to reorganize federal agencies without congressional approval, a claim that the administration disputes. The legal battle over the administration’s restructuring efforts is ongoing, with the judge’s order remaining in effect for at least 14 days.