Postal Service Loses $5.1 Billion in FY 2015
The Postal Service has reported a net loss of $5.1 billion for fiscal year 2015.
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Legislation Introduced to End Unionization at IRS
Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) has introduced legislation that would end mandatory labor unions at the Internal Revenue Service.
Trump Promises to Fire ‘Corrupt and Incompetent Executives’ in VA Reform Plan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has released a detailed plan to reform the Veterans Administration that he promises will “decrease wait times, improve healthcare outcomes, and facilitate a seamless transition from service into civilian life.”
Energy Department Proposes Green Energy Themed Halloween Costumes
The Energy Department says they take Halloween very seriously. To celebrate, the agency has published instructions for making some green energy themed costumes to liven up your Halloween party.
House Members Introduce Resolution to Impeach IRS Commissioner
House Republicans have introduced a resolution to impeach IRS Commissioner John Koskinen.
50th Anniversary Celebration of a Little Known Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency
The Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The author describes how this agency operates and also a recent discrimination case it oversaw against a federal contractor.
One Congressman Wants Federal Employees to Use Uber to Get Around
Rep. David Schweikert (R-AZ) has introduced legislation that would require some federal agencies to sell cars that they own and encourage federal employees to instead use ride-sharing companies such as Uber or Lyft for their transportation needs.
Five Times More Fingerprints Were Stolen In OPM Data Breach Than Originally Estimated
The Office of Personnel Management announced today that the number of people whose fingerprints were stolen in the second of two data breaches that hit the agency’s servers is five times larger than originally estimated.
‘I Saw the Elephant’ (in 1850)
Many Americans are ignorant about our history. A facility in Wyoming brings to life the sacrifices and hardships from the 500,000 pioneers who crossed the country on foot, in covered wagons and on horseback to settle the West.
