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Trump Extends Federal Hiring Freeze Amid Supreme Court Ruling

7/10/2025

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President Trump has announced an extension of the federal hiring freeze for civilian jobs until fiscal 2026, sparing positions in immigration, national security, and public safety. In a significant move, the Supreme Court has removed a lower court's block on mass layoffs at federal agencies, paving the way for Trump's reorganization plans to move forward amidst legal hurdles.

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President Trump has announced an extension of the federal hiring freeze for civilian jobs until fiscal 2026, sparing positions in immigration, national security, and public safety. In a significant move, the Supreme Court has removed a lower court's block on mass layoffs at federal agencies, paving the way for Trump's reorganization plans to move forward amidst legal hurdles.