Several court rulings have concluded that the Trump administration unlawfully directed mass firings of federal workers, particularly those on probationary status. A federal judge ruled that these actions were illegal, leading to various challenges from unions and states. While some appeals have been dismissed, other lawsuits questioning the legality of these layoffs are still moving forward. Proponents of the firings claim they were justified, but the courts have found significant legal grounds to contest this directive, suggesting a tumultuous legal landscape regarding federal employment practices during the Trump era.