VA Announces Exemptions from Hiring Freeze
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that direct patient care positions within the agency are exempt from the Trump administration’s hiring freeze.
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Trump Plans to Cut EPA Workforce by as Much as 50%
According to a former Trump administration team staffer, the president has plans to significantly reduce the size and scope of the EPA.
VA Committee Chairmen Ask for Agency Exemption From Trump on Hiring Freeze
The Chairmen of the House and Senate VA committees sent a letter to President Trump asking for clarification about exempting the VA from the hiring freeze.
Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Whistleblower?
A federal whistleblower has legal protection from retaliation. A gag order may fall within this type of protected activity.
Patrick Pizzella Named Acting FLRA Chairman
Patrick Pizzella has been named as the Acting Chairman of the FLRA.
Legislation Introduced in House to Make It Easier to Fire VA Employees
Legislation was recently introduced in the House of Representatives to make it easier to fire VA employees for poor performance.
Did Trump Order a ‘Media Blackout’ at EPA?
The Associated Press has reported that the Trump administration has ordered a temporary “media blackout” at the Environmental Protection Agency. The White House has denied these claims.
Rubio Reintroduces Legislation to Make It Easier to Fire VA Employees
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) reintroduced legislation this week that would make it easier to fire VA employees for misconduct or poor performance.
Feds’ Eligibility For Shopping at Military Exchanges to Increase
Many federal employees who are veterans will become eligible for shopping through the military exchange system later this year.
DOJ to Review FBI’s Handling of Clinton Email Probe
The Department of Justice IG has announced his office will be reviewing how the FBI handled its inquiry into Hillary Clinton’s email use around the time of the presidential election.
