Federal Judge Clears Way for Trump's Worker Buyout Plan

A federal judge allowed the Trump administration's buyout program for federal workers to proceed, marking a setback for unions. U.S. District Judge George O'Toole denied the unions' request to block the initiative, which they argue unlawfully pressures federal employees into resignation.

In a significant legal decision, a federal judge has approved the Trump administration's controversial buyout program aimed at reducing the size of the federal workforce. The ruling marks a setback for labor unions representing over 800,000 federal employees, who sought to halt the initiative.

U.S. District Judge George O'Toole, presiding in Boston, rejected the unions' plea for an injunction against the administration's "deferred resignation" offer. The unions argue that the program is unlawful and unduly pressures federal civilian employees to resign.

This ruling enables the Trump administration to move forward with its plans to restructure and downsize the U.S. government, a core component of the Republican president's agenda. The decision could have wide-reaching implications for the federal workforce and labor relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)