In a surprising turn of events, dozens of young scientists at the CDC were reinstated just two weeks after being abruptly terminated during federal employment cuts aimed at probationary workers. This came after the Office of Personnel Management retracted its earlier directive, emphasizing that agencies retain the authority for personnel decisions. The reinstatement also follows a union triumph in court against excessive termination orders affecting an estimated 200,000 probationary employees, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding federal employment policies during this period.
On Tuesday, the Office of Personnel Management walked back its previous order to fire the employees and said agencies have ultimate decision-making authority over personnel actions.
The fellows had been let go as part of the push to cut federal probationary employees, resulting in thousands of scientists from the CDC and other agencies losing their jobs.
After further review and consideration, the notification to terminate your appointment, effective February 15, 2025, has been rescinded.
The concession is the result of a union victory on Thursday, when a California judge ruled that the O.P.M. had exceeded its authority in instructing agencies to fire employees.
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