In a controversial move, President Trump terminated two prominent leaders of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) - Jennifer Abruzzo and Gwynne Wilcox. Abruzzo, noted for her pro-union stance, significantly influenced labor policies during her tenure. Wilcox, whose removal was labeled "unprecedented" by her, is believed to be protected from such dismissal under federal law. The events may also escalate legal challenges against the NLRB's constitutionality, especially from companies like SpaceX and Amazon, potentially impacting future labor negotiations and worker rights.
Wilcox's position is protected by federal law which states that board members can only be fired for neglect or malfeasance.
Abruzzo was generally considered one of the most union-friendly figures to serve as general counsel in recent decades.
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