Trump's Battle with Judiciary Heats Up: Supreme Court Challenge on Federal Workers' Firings

President Trump's administration has approached the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a judicial order mandating the rehiring of dismissed federal workers. Accused of overreach, the judicial ruling challenges Trump's government's efforts to downsize. The administration argues that such interference violates the separation of powers, asserting a constitutional crisis.

President Donald Trump's administration escalated its legal fight to reshape the federal workforce, filing a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday. The administration seeks to overturn a judge's directive to reinstate thousands of fired government employees, asserting that the ruling overstepped judicial boundaries.

The Justice Department's filing challenges a decision by U.S. District Judge William Alsup, mandating the rehiring of probationary government workers. The government argues that the mass terminations were justified by poor job performance, contradicting the judge's view. Alsup claimed the firings represented an abuse of authority, challenging the court's equilibrium with executive powers.

This legal dispute highlights ongoing tensions over the separation of powers as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. The controversy arises amidst broader efforts by Trump's administration to reduce federal bureaucracy and overhaul government agencies, often met with legal resistance from unions, nonprofits, and states. The case underscores an escalating battle between the branches of governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)