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Six former EPA workers sue over firings after signing a letter criticizing political interference in science.
Six former EPA employees are challenging their terminations in a First Amendment lawsuit, claiming they were fired for signing a public letter criticizing political interference in science, despite strong performance records.
They allege the dismissals, following a July administrative leave period tied to a broader agency restructuring, were retaliatory and lacked due process.
Represented by Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility, the workers argue their speech was protected and that the firings threaten scientific integrity and public health.
The case, now before the Merit Systems Protection Board, highlights tensions over federal workforce cuts, political influence in science, and employee rights.
Seis ex empleados de la EPA demandaron por despidos después de firmar una carta criticando la injerencia política en la ciencia.