A federal judge in Massachusetts has temporarily halted the Trump administration's 'deferred resignation' program, initiated in collaboration with Elon Musk, which allowed federal employees to resign while retaining their pay until September. This action comes after unions filed a lawsuit claiming that the program contravenes the Anti-Deficiency Act and violates administrative procedures due to its inconsistent provisions. Judge O'Toole emphasized the need for further oral arguments, delaying the acceptance deadline for employees until after the upcoming court hearing.
U.S. District Judge George A. O'Toole Jr. stated, "I am enjoining the defendants from implementing the 'Fork' directive... I look forward to the completion of your paper submissions."
The unions contended that the program violates the Anti-Deficiency Act, pledging federal payments beyond the current March 14 funding deadline, with provisions changing frequently.
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