Twenty Democratic attorneys general have initiated a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming that the mass termination of thousands of federal probationary workers was illegal. Filed in Maryland, the lawsuit seeks a temporary restraining order to halt the layoffs and reinstate the dismissed employees. The attorneys argue that the firings overwhelmed state unemployment systems and caused economic distress. They assert that proper legal guidelines for such layoffs were not followed, as the terminations were conducted under false pretenses, claiming performance issues instead of the administration's downsizing efforts.
The lawsuit argues that the mass layoffs of probationary employees were conducted illegally, overwhelming government support systems and causing economic harm.
The lead plaintiff contends that the firings were part of a larger attempt by the administration to restructure and downsize the federal government.
The attorneys general's actions reflect a growing trend of legal challenges against the administration's executive decisions since President Trump took office.
States argue they are burdened with the consequences of the layoffs, facing increased unemployment claims and helping residents seek new jobs.
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