VOA job cuts paused: Judge blocks Trump administration layoffs of over 500 staff; cites ‘concerning disrespect’
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to cut 532 jobs at Voice of America (VOA), citing concerns over the broadcaster's mission. Judge Royce Lamberth sharply criticised the administration for "concerning disrespect" and "obfuscation," warning of potential contempt proceedings. This ruling preserves the status quo, preventing immediate layoffs at the government-funded news agency.
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to cut 532 jobs at Voice of America (VOA), citing concerns over the broadcaster's mission. Judge Royce Lamberth sharply criticised the administration for "concerning disrespect" and "obfuscation," warning of potential contempt proceedings. This ruling preserves the status quo, preventing immediate layoffs at the government-funded news agency.
