20 States Sue Trump Administration Over Federal Worker Firings

The lawsuit alleges the administration violated federal regulations by terminating thousands of probationary employees without proper notice.

Attorneys general from 19 states and Washington, D.C., filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration over mass firings of probationary federal workers.
The lawsuit claims that the administration bypassed legally required procedures for reductions in force (RIFs), including providing 60 days' notice to employees and state governments.
Over 23,000 probationary employees, often new hires or recent promotions, have been terminated since January 20, 2025, according to the lawsuit.
The firings are part of the administration's broader efforts to downsize the federal workforce through the newly established Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk.
The attorneys general are seeking a court order to reinstate the fired employees and prevent further terminations without adherence to federal regulations.