Friday, May 09, 2025

Federal Judge Likely to Halt Trump's Government Overhaul

U.S. District Judge Susan Illston, a Clinton appointee, held a hearing Friday in a lawsuit filed by a coalition of labor unions, nonprofits and local governments, who argue in their complaint that President Trump's efforts to "radically restructure and dismantle the federal government" without any authorization from Congress violate the Constitution.

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"Illston appeared to agree with the plaintiffs, asserting in the hearing that Supreme Court precedent makes clear that while the president does have the authority to seek changes at agencies, he must do so in lawful ways.

She went on to say that critical transformations of the type Trump is attempting to carry out "must have the cooperation of Congress.

Illston said a temporary restraining order was likely necessary "to protect the power of the legislative branch." She noted that in his first term, Trump did in fact seek Congress' approval for similar restructuring plans.

"He could have done that here, but he didn't," Illston said."

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Obviously this Judge is a Trump Hater who isn't Loyal to the Lyn' King!
Off with her head!

#1 | Posted by Corky at 2025-05-09 07:02 PM


... who argue in their complaint that President Trump's efforts to "radically restructure and dismantle the federal government" without any authorization from Congress violate the Constitution. ...

The Constitution that Pres Trump has sworn twice to uphold.

Yet, when asked ...

Trump says he doesn't know if he needs to uphold constitutional due process
www.theguardian.com

So, what is it?

Or has his mental acumen deteriorated so much that he seems to have forgotten the oaths he has taken?


#2 | Posted by LampLighter at 2025-05-09 09:18 PM

Her and what army?

#3 | Posted by TFDNihilist at 2025-05-09 09:52 PM

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