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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CDC employees wonder if they can return to work after judge rules against mass layoffs
Laid-off federal employees in metro Atlanta are applauding a judge's ruling that blocks mass layoffs at federal agencies, but they don't know whether that means they can return to their jobs. On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston barred several agencies from making drastic job cuts, saying the White House needs consent from Congress. The ruling stems from a lawsuit by unions, nonprofits and local governments against the Trump administration for the drastic reduction in the workforce to downsize government. It names President Trump, Elon Musk and 21 federal agencies as defendants. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] 'I'm hopeful,' said Summer Slaughter, a public health analyst for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention who's on administrative leave and set to be terminated June 2. 'I'm not really sure what it all means and so I'm hoping we do get some guidance.' Bree Danner, an injury and overdose prevention project officer for the CDC, told Channel 2's Bryan Mims she lost her job in February. 'I'm trying not to get my hopes up about it, but we're all just mission-driven folks and regardless still have a passion for the work we're doing,' Danner said. Both employees plan to continue looking for other jobs. 'I find myself in a position, wondering 'Should I continue to do job searching?' Because it could come out that we could still be separated June 2, so I don't want to lose steam,' Slaughter said. RELATED STORIES: CDC safety workers worry job cuts could hurt workplace protections everywhere 'We regret to inform you:' Now-ex CDC workers say they're upset with cuts after years of service Layoffs begin at Atlanta-based CDC, other US health agencies The judge's ruling stopped short of requiring agencies to bring back people who are already laid off or on administrative leave. The Trump administration appealed the ruling to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Friday, and it's asking the court to pause the order pending the outcome of the appeal. 'Don't celebrate too early just to be disappointed again,' Slaughter said. 'I'm definitely happy to hear about the ruling, but still remaining cautious about getting my expectations too high.' Brian Sutherland, a civil rights and employment discrimination attorney in Atlanta, said the ruling shows the checks and balances among the branches of government are working. 'The judges and our court system are very strong and are gonna look closely at this to find out whether or not the federal government went too far, did something that it wasn't supposed to do,' he said. He said the decision also shows that people have the power of the judicial branch to challenge a president's actions. 'They can go to the federal court and ask the federal court to enjoin, or put a pause on whatever that action is in order to get a full hearing and analysis of whether or not it's lawful for what the federal government is trying to do,' he said. For now, CDC employees wait to learn how the ruling affects their job status, if at all. 'There's been so much back and forth, it's hard to know what it's gonna mean in the end,' Danner said. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
USA Today
22-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Four Gators undergo post-spring surgeries
Four Gators undergo post-spring surgeries With spring practices and the Orange and Blue Game all wrapped up, four Florida Gators football players underwent surgery, according to Swamp247. Starting center Jake Slaughter is the most prominent name on the list. He and fellow starting offensive lineman Knijeah Harris underwent arthroscopic procedures — Harris on his left ankle and Slaughter on his right shoulder. Slaughter was among the best centers in all of college football a year ago and is a likely preseason All-American. His return timeline is unknown, however. Arthroscopy is generally less invasive than what's thought of as traditional surgery, according to the National Institute of Health, but each procedure requires a different amount of rest to recover fully, especially before being cleared to play in tackle football. The Cleveland Clinic sets Slaughter's recovery time at weeks to months, depending on the severity of the situation. Harris is on a similar timeline, although he should be ready to return to practice after two months or so. Receiver Aidan Mizell is having a knee debridement procedure done and receiving platelet-rich plasma injections in both knees. He should be ready in 3-6 weeks. Finally, running back Treyaun Webb had some surgical material removed from his tibia, which was fractured and repaired in November. Webb went down as the No. 2 on the depth chart behind only Montrell Johnson Jr., but he'll likely return at No. 3 behind Jadan Baugh and Ja'Kobi Jackson. Both ran for more than 500 yards and scored seven touchdowns, as Johnson also dealt with injuries. Baugh remains on the same timeline to return and should be good for Florida's season opener on Aug. 30 against Long Island. That would be a good game for him to test his legs, but there are still a few months to go in his recovery before being officially cleared. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texans select Florida All-American OL Jake Slaughter in 2026 mock draft
Texans select Florida All-American OL Jake Slaughter in 2026 mock draft It's never too early to look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft. For the Houston Texans, they'll continue to look to build around their offensive line. In the latest 2026 mock draft from Pro Football Focus, Houston adds yet another lineman to protect C.J. Stroud, entering what could be the final year of his rookie contract. After making the playoffs for a third straight time, PFF has the Texans missing the divisional round and selecting 20th overall. With the pick, Houston bolsters its interior by adding Florida All-American center Jake Slaughter as the next great run blocker for Pro Bowler Joe Mixon and newcomer Woody Marks. "The best center in college football gets matched with the team most desperate for interior offensive line help," PFF wrote. "Slaughter ranked second in the Power Four with an 82.1 PFF overall grade, despite facing a gauntlet schedule that included Miami, Texas A&M, Tennessee, Georgia, Texas and Ole Miss. He was the only qualified Power Four center who earned an 80.0-plus PFF grade as a run blocker and as a pass protector in 2024." Slaughter started the last 23 games at Florida and has been the definition of consistency. Not only have the Gators been a top-five team in rushing among SEC contenders, but they've also allowed the fourth-fewest sacks. Slaughter, who has over 1,400 reps, has allowed one sack during that span. The Texans have hope that second-round pick Aireontae Ersery can be the stable left tackle replacement for Laremy Tunsil beginning in 2025. At right tackle, 2024 second-round pick Blake Fisher will have a crack at locking down the position for 2025 as Tytus Howard shifts inside to guard. But the center position remains a mystery. Juice Scruggs struggled to maintain consistency in pass protection, thus leading to Jarrett Patterson taking over. He's slightly better defending defensive tackles, but there's a weak point to his game when it comes to winning upfield in one-on-one battles. The Texans might have some pieces in the protection department, but they need stability on the interior. Slaughter, who remains the nation's top center and is the favorite to win the Rimmington Trophy, could be the answer beginning next fall. Of course, Texans fans hope to select the All-American with the No. 32 pick rather than the No. 20 pick for obvious reasons.
Indianapolis Star
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Standouts on and off field: 3 finalists for Indianapolis City Male Athlete of the Year
The Marion County Athletic Association will soon name its City and County Athletes of the Year, an award that dates to 1950 and grew to include girls' achievements in 1979. The awards are geared toward athletic achievement, but almost every winner over the years has exhibited impressive credentials in and out of their athletic, academic and personal areas. Generally, multi-sport athletes are given consideration over single-sport athletes, though in some cases a single-sport athlete has been so outstanding that he or she has been selected as the winner. Here are the three finalists for City Male Athlete of the Year (Bishop Chatard's Sam Feeney won last year): More: 3 finalists for Indianapolis City Female Athlete of the Year More: 3 finalists for Marion County Male Athlete of the Year Briscoe, a four-year letterman and Kent State recruit, was a finalist for IndyStar Mr. Basketball and an Indiana All-Star after finishing fourth in scoring in the program's history with 1,181 points. He also set program records with 953 rebounds and 375 blocked shots. Briscoe, the City Player of the Year as a sophomore and junior after leading the Tigers to a pair of City tournament titles, missed 10 games early in the season of his senior year due to an ankle sprain. He returned to averaged 15.8 points, 9.4 rebounds and 5.1 blocked shots per game and help the Tigers to the Class 3A state finals. In 91 career games, he averaged 13.0 points and 10.5 rebounds. Briscoe was named to the honor roll all four years at Attucks. He has goals of playing in the NBA and working in sports management for his career. Sargent is a seven-time letterwinner in football and track and field and has plans to continue his track career at Indiana University. Sargent ran on the Trojans' 4x400 relay team that took second in state as a junior. He was the City champion in the 200 meters and 4x400 relay as a sophomore, junior and senior and won the 100 meters as a senior. Sargent was a sectional champion in the 200, 400 and on 4x400 relay team as a senior and helped his teams to City titles all four years. Sargent helped his football teams to state titles as a sophomore and junior. His 4x400 relay team set the school record this spring with a time of 3:15.38. Slaughter, a seven-time letterwinner in football and track and field at Cathedral, has plans to attend Tennessee State and play football in college. Slaughter was named the City football athlete of the year after catching 43 passes for 562 yards and six touchdowns as a senior. Over three seasons, he caught 102 passes for 996 yards and 13 TDs. Slaughter also passed for two TDs and averaged 32.5 yards on kickoff returns. In track and field, Slaughter is a three-time City champion and a five-time state qualifier as a sprinter. He ran on the 4x100 relay team as a junior that finished fourth in the state. Slaughter was Class 6A all-state in football and holds three state records in track.
USA Today
19-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida football center Jake Slaughter projected to win 2025 Rimington Trophy
Florida football center Jake Slaughter projected to win 2025 Rimington Trophy The college football season kicks off in just over three months, but the anticipation ahead of America's favorite sport has many already looking ahead to the fall campaign. One of the many too-early questions posited by prognosticators is which players will win which regular-season awards when the schedule concludes. CBS Sports writer Will Backus decided to take a stab at the topic recently, predicting college football award winners for the 2025 campaign. Among the projected award winners — which leaned heavily on the Ohio State Buckeyes and Clemson Tigers — was Florida Gators starting center Jake Slaughter, who was named the top candidate for the Rimington Trophy, which honors the top player in the nation at that position. Why Jake Slaughter will win the Rimington Trophy "Slaughter would likely have been the first center off the board if he declared for the 2025 NFL draft, but he elected to run it back for another year with what looks like a promising Florida team," Backus begins. "He's long been an anchor in the middle of the Gators' offensive line, and he's coming off a 2024 season in which he earned second-team CBS Sports All-American and first-team All-SEC honors. Slaughter took 402 pass-block snaps last year and only allowed one sack, according to Pro Football Focus. That type of dominance at a key position should net him some hardware." Breaking down Jake Slaughter's skill set Pro Football Focus (PFF) awarded Slaughter an impressive 83.9 overall grade, making him the highest-graded returning center in the country. Slaughter, a redshirt senior, has not only met but exceeded expectations throughout his collegiate career. After stepping in as a starter during the 2023 season, Slaughter solidified his role in 2024, delivering standout performances that earned him First-Team All-American honors. Slaughter's incredible skills in pass protection were highlighted last season as he allowed just one sack over 402 pass-blocking snaps. Even with run-blocking, PFF marked him as the team's top run-blocker. Listed at 6-foot-4-inches and 308 pounds, the offensive lineman originally from Sparr, Florida, is a consensus first-round pick among early 2026 NFL draft projections. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
