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Unions Sue Trump Over Controversial Federal Job Loyalty Test

11/7/2025

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Three unions sued the U.S. President Donald Trump administration over a loyalty test added to federal job applications.
The suit targets the Merit Hiring Plan, which requires essay questions about supporting the President's policies and creates patronage.
The unions say the loyalty-question appeared in more than 5,800 postings unrelated to politics, undermining civil service.
AFGE National President Everett Kelley states the policy harms opportunities and threatens a skilled workforce.

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Three unions sued the U.S. President Donald Trump administration over a loyalty test added to federal job applications.
The suit targets the Merit Hiring Plan, which requires essay questions about supporting the President's policies and creates patronage.
The unions say the loyalty-question appeared in more than 5,800 postings unrelated to politics, undermining civil service.
AFGE National President Everett Kelley states the policy harms opportunities and threatens a skilled workforce.