OPM Reinterprets Automatic Back Pay for Furloughed Federal Employees After a Government Shutdown
OPM updated its shutdown guidance, putting guaranteed back pay after a government shutdown in doubt for furloughed federal employees.
Affair Costs CBP Area Port Director His Job
A CBP Port Director removed based on an affair with a subordinate officer appealed to the court to try to win his job back.
Government Shutdown Officially Over
Categories Current Events The partial government shutdown that began last weekend officially ended on Tuesday.
New Bill Would Guarantee Pay for Federal Employees and Contractors in Government Shutdowns
Another bill has been introduced to pay federal employees and prevent layoffs during any government shutdowns in FY 2026.
Why “Safe” Withdrawal Rates Depend on the Type of Account You’re Spending From
Safe retirement withdrawal rates depend on the account type, as tax drag reduces sustainability for taxable and traditional IRA accounts.
“Official Time” in Agencies: What Does It Cost, and Why Is It a Political Football?
Hundreds of millions fund government union activity, and politics underlies official time and its use. 2026 is no exception.
How Medicare Premiums Quietly Erode Income for FERS Retirees
Federal retirees must plan early for the growing impact of Medicare on their Social Security and FERS annuity income.
2026 TSP Performance Starts Strong: All TSP Funds Show Positive Return in January
After the first month of 2026, one TSP fund continues to lead. Here’s a 10-year perspective to offer a broader view of TSP performance.
OPM Expands 2026 Special 3.8% Pay Raise to More Federal Law Enforcement Positions
More federal employees in law enforcement positions will be eligible to get a higher pay raise in 2026.
Partial Government Shutdown Begins After Senate Approves Spending Agreement
Categories Current Events 
The Senate has approved an agreement to fund most of the federal government for the remainder of the fiscal year.
