A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s plan to downsize federal agencies, citing a lack of congressional authorization.
The ruling halts the implementation of mass layoffs and restructuring efforts across multiple departments, including Health and Human Services, Agriculture, Energy, Labor, and the Social Security Administration.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, initiated the downsizing under an executive order aimed at streamlining operations and reducing government spending.
Critics argue that the plan bypassed legal procedures and disrupted essential public services.
The judge’s decision is effective for 14 days, with a further hearing scheduled for May 22 to assess the need for a longer-term injunction.