Unions representing federal workers have sued the Trump administration, claiming its buyout plan unlawfully bypasses Congress and could lead to mass firings. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the plan while deciding whether to extend the hold, giving labor groups a short-term victory. Meanwhile, Trump has directed agencies to collaborate with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency to identify employees for potential layoffs.
See "Unions sue Trump, fearing mass firings of federal employees ", Jonathan Stempel, Reuters, February 14, 2025