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Unions Sue Trump Over Controversial Merit Hiring Plan

11/21/2025

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Labor unions filed a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to block a merit hiring plan.
The plan would require applicants to show loyalty to the president's agenda, including a question about supporting Executive Orders.
The unions say the policy violates the First Amendment and creates a discriminatory hiring process.
They seek a preliminary injunction to prevent implementation while the case proceeds.

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Story summary

Labor unions filed a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to block a merit hiring plan.
The plan would require applicants to show loyalty to the president's agenda, including a question about supporting Executive Orders.
The unions say the policy violates the First Amendment and creates a discriminatory hiring process.
They seek a preliminary injunction to prevent implementation while the case proceeds.