The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Announces New Tariffs And Gets Supreme Court's OK On Layoff Plans
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Jul 11, 2025 Andrea Hsu, NPR's labor and workplace correspondent, joins the conversation to discuss the Supreme Court's green light for President Trump's mass layoffs of federal workers, raising concerns over job security and government restructuring. The panel also dives into the implications of Trump's newly announced tariffs, exploring their impact on the economy and trade dynamics. Additionally, they touch on the evolving political landscape and the challenges faced by emerging parties amid voter dissatisfaction.
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Supreme Court Allows Layoffs
- The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to resume federal layoffs but did not rule on their legality.
- Various lawsuits continue to challenge layoffs in specific agencies, showing ongoing legal battles.
Uncertainty in Federal Layoffs
- The plan to shrink the federal workforce is uncertain with many agencies changing course.
- Mass layoffs projected earlier this year have not fully materialized and the future remains unclear for many federal workers.
Restructuring Not a Top Priority
- The Supreme Court siding with Trump allows restructuring to continue but the issue is not a priority without figures like Elon Musk.
- Trump's focus is diverted by other pressing issues, reducing emphasis on workforce downsizing.