The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to intervene in President Donald Trump's efforts to remove Hampton Dellinger, the head of the Office of Special Counsel, who was reinstated by a temporary court order. This decision follows a ruling that Dellinger, who claims Trump lacks the authority to fire him without cause, can continue in his role. The Supreme Court's refusal to act on Trump's appeal regarding his firing powers comes amid allegations that the administration's recent firings of probationary federal employees may have violated federal law. A federal watchdog has recommended halting these terminations, stating that they appear to be illegal. Thousands of federal workers who were recently dismissed may have the opportunity to appeal for reinstatement and back pay through the Merit Systems Protection Board, although this process could be lengthy and face challenges. The situation raises concerns about the legality of the mass firings carried out by the Trump administration, as highlighted by various oversight agencies. Dellinger's case is particularly significant as it could impact the employment status of many federal workers dismissed under similar circumstances.