Staff Reports
President Trump’s bold move to bar many federal employees from collective bargaining is a triumph for American taxpayers and national security. An executive order he signed, which had initially faced hurdles from a district judge, now stands vindicated by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. This ruling is a wake-up call to bureaucrats who prioritize union dues over the nation’s safety.
Opponents, predictably aligned with organized labor groups, cried foul, labeling this move as political retaliation. But these cries echo the tiresome rhetoric of the left, more interested in maintaining power structures that favor union bosses over the American public. They cling to the same fear-mongering tactics, accusing the administration of bullying while ignoring its duty to streamline government operations.
A vocal critic, the head of a federal employee union, argued this policy threatens democracy and free speech. Yet, what could be more democratic than a president enacting policies to protect national interests? If anything, these union heads seem more preoccupied with preserving their influence than defending the rights they claim are under siege.
The appeals court judges—combining voices from both Trump and Obama appointees—exposed a simple truth: the intent of this executive order transcends partisan bickering. It acknowledges the essential role of federal employees and prioritizes national security, especially those working in agencies with crucial security tasks. Excluding them from outdated collective bargaining laws is not only legal but logical.
With the court’s decision cautioning against entering new agreements until litigation wraps up, it’s a clear directive: stop the politicking and get down to business. The left needs to realize that guarding national security isn’t “anti-union.” It’s pro-American.
So, while union leaders bemoan their waning grip on policy-making, the rest of America can see the bigger picture: protecting our nation is not up for negotiation. Isn’t it time we prioritize what matters?
