On Thursday, a federal judge ruled to extend the buyout deadline set by President Donald Trump for federal employees to at least Monday, shifting the original February 6 date. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by various labor unions seeking to clarify the legality of the deferred resignation offers that would allow federal workers to cease employment while still receiving full pay and benefits until September 30. With only a few days left before the initial deadline, many employees expressed concerns about the logistics of the buyout program, citing uncertainty regarding retirement benefits and decision-making pressures. As of Tuesday, over 20,000 federal employees had accepted the buyout, yet some federal workers still received reminders about the impending deadline, indicating confusion surrounding the new court ruling. The situation underscores the necessity for clearer communication from the Office of Personnel Management, as the judge's ruling grants federal employees additional time to weigh their options before making a significant life decision.