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Judge Halts Trump’s 20,000 Job Cuts Amid Funding Crisis

5/11/2025

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A federal judge has put a stop to the Trump administration's drastic plan to slash 20,000 jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighting concerns over legal authority and public health risks. In a parallel crisis, AmeriCorps is grappling with nearly $400 million in funding cuts, jeopardizing the futures of 32,000 dedicated volunteers across the country.

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A federal judge has put a stop to the Trump administration's drastic plan to slash 20,000 jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighting concerns over legal authority and public health risks. In a parallel crisis, AmeriCorps is grappling with nearly $400 million in funding cuts, jeopardizing the futures of 32,000 dedicated volunteers across the country.