Mulvaney No Longer Wants CFPB to ‘Push the Envelope’
The CFPB’s Acting Director, Mick Mulvaney, recently told employees he no longer wants to see the agency “push the envelope” as it has in the past.
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Postal Worker Pleads Guilty to Stealing Gift Cards to Buy Sex Toys
A former Postal employee has pleaded guilty to stealing gift cards from the mail and using one to purchase adult toys.
OMB Tells Agencies to Begin Executing Shutdown Plans
The Office of Management and Budget has instructed agencies to begin carrying out their shutdown contingency plans.
You Won’t Be Able to Get HR Advice from OPM During a Shutdown
OPM outlines in its shutdown contingency plan which portions of the agency would be impacted by a funding lapse.
IG Report Says TSA Officials Interfered with Disciplinary Process
An IG report found that TSA senior leaders bypassed the agency’s own disciplinary rules to give favorable treatment to an employee who was slated to be fired.
Mnuchin: 90% of Wage Earners Will See Higher Paychecks Under New Withholding Tables
The IRS has released new tax withholding tables, and many employees should start seeing higher paychecks by February according to the Treasury Department.
Why Do We Care That Congress Does Not Pass Appropriations Bills On Time?
Government now frequently operates without a formal budget. The author outlines some of the problems this can create.
Executive Order Directs Agencies to Expand Mental Health Resources for Veterans
President Trump has signed an executive order to expand mental health resources for veterans transitioning from active duty to civilian life.
Border Patrol Says Lack of Manpower Leading to Violence Against Agents
Representatives from the Border Patrol told Congress that they are facing a substantial shortage of agents that is creating problems for the agency.
EPA Touts Success With Buyouts, Shrinking Workforce
The EPA has had success with shrinking the size of its workforce, and more staff reductions are likely on the way.
