Biden vs. Trump: Changes in the Federal Workforce
How has the federal workforce changed under Presidents Trump and Biden? Here is a summary of racial composition, total federal employment and salary increases.
Author: Ralph R. Smith
FLRA Again Has Full Membership
With the confirmation of Anne Wagner, the FLRA will have a full complement. Decisions on pending cases will begin to emerge with a majority of Democrat nominees in place.
Inflation, CPI, and the 2025 COLA: “We’re in the Money, The Skies are Sunny”
“We’re in the money” was a hit song in 1933 as Hollywood tried to project a favorable view of the economy. Today, inflation news is good. “We’re in the money” again.
TSP Returns in 2024: C Fund Roaring in First Six Months to Lead All Funds
Large tech companies have been surging in 2024. This surge has benefited the C Fund, the TSP’s most popular fund.
All TSP Funds Up in 2024—Largest Fund Up 15%—New L Fund Launching in July
All TSP Funds are up in 2024 with the largest Fund up 15%. A new TSP Fund is scheduled to be launched in July.
More Telework, Rapidly Expanding Locality Pay, and Lax Agency Oversight
Telework has expanded in federal government, and the size and number of locality pay areas have increased. One Senator has uncovered problems stemming from lax oversight.
Because of Inflation, 2025 COLA Estimates Going Up Every Month
The inflation estimates for the 2025 COLA are getting higher every month. Here are the inflation data for May 2024.
How to Get High Federal Locality Pay and Live in a Less Expensive Area
Are some federal employees receiving locality while living and working outside of that pay area? A report and questions from a Senator highlight the issue.
How Good is the TSP’s G Fund? Are You Using it Wisely?
The G Fund is a unique fund within the TSP which is an overall excellent benefit for federal employees. How does this fund fit into your TSP investments?
May TSP Returns: Significant Gains With One Fund Up 11.2% in 2024
One TSP Fund—the most widely held Fund—is up 11.2% (so far) in 2024. Only one TSP Fund is down.
