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**Employment Case Against Trump Dismissed Over Filing Fees** A worker filed an employment law lawsuit against Donald John Trump in federal court in Washington state. However, the case never reached the stage where the court could examine the actual employment dispute or claims. The court dismissed the case for procedural reasons related to filing fees. The worker had requested to proceed "in forma pauperis," which means asking the court to waive filing fees due to inability to pay. The court gave the worker 30 days to either show why they should be allowed to proceed without paying fees or to pay the required filing fees. When the worker failed to meet this deadline, the court dismissed the case under the Prison Litigation Reform Act. **What This Means for Workers:** This case highlights an important barrier workers may face when trying to pursue employment lawsuits. Federal courts require filing fees that can be expensive for workers, especially those who have lost their jobs. While courts can waive these fees for people who cannot afford them, workers must properly demonstrate their financial need within strict deadlines. Missing these procedural requirements can result in case dismissal regardless of whether the underlying employment claims have merit. Workers considering legal action should understand these filing requirements and deadlines from the start.