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Stay updated with breaking news and major events affecting federal employees, including government shutdowns, office closures, emergency announcements, legislative developments, and nationwide issues impacting federal agencies and the federal workforce.

Paychecks Frozen, Politics on Fire: Washington’s Shutdown Enters the Holiday Zone

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 20, 2025 1:57 PM | Updated: Oct 22, 2025 10:18 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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Key deadlines loom as federal employees miss paychecks and political leaders stay firm. Will the shutdown end soon—or stretch to Thanksgiving as political pressure mounts?

Trump Administration Ordered to Halt Layoffs During Government Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 15, 2025 4:04 PM | Updated: Oct 19, 2025 5:45 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to lay off federal employees during the government shutdown.

Going for Broke? This Shutdown is Different, May Last Longer and Reshape the Federal Government

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 13, 2025 8:15 AM | Updated: Nov 9, 2025 2:20 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Two boxing gloves coming from both sides, one blue and one red, hitting the Capitol building in Washington, DC depicting a government shutdown fight in Congress

The 2025 government shutdown feels different. It may last longer and may reshape the federal government and the federal workforce.

Layoffs Underway as Shutdown Drags On

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 10, 2025 4:28 PM | Updated: Oct 15, 2025 3:50 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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The Trump administration has begun the process of laying off federal employees amid the ongoing government shutdown.

Threat of Federal Employee Layoffs Growing as Government Shutdown Drags On

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 6, 2025 7:05 PM | Updated: Oct 10, 2025 3:47 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The White House said that federal employee layoffs are still on the table and increasingly likely as the government shutdown enters its second week.

Shutdown Fallout: The Looming Threat of Mass Federal Employee Layoffs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 1, 2025 6:20 PM | Updated: Oct 3, 2025 6:56 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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Hundreds of thousands of federal employees face furloughs daily amid the shutdown, with potential RIFs as agencies adjust to funding lapses and budget priorities.

“Shutdowns Are Stupid”: Can This Bill Finally End Them?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 26, 2025 12:32 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Picture of the Capitol building in Washington, DC with a yellow banner draped over it that reads 'shutdown'

Legislation has again been introduced to prevent government shutdowns by means of automatic continuing resolutions.

White House Prepares RIF Plans as Shutdown Standoff Deepens

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 25, 2025 8:44 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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Federal employees may face RIFs as part of the White House’s government shutdown strategy.

Government Shutdown Approaches as Senate Democrats Block GOP Spending Bill

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 19, 2025 6:07 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Red sign with white letters hanging in a window that reads 'shut down' with a picture of the Washington, DC capitol building visible on the other side of the window

Partisan gridlock over topics like healthcare and security funding puts the U.S. on track for a partial government shutdown starting Oct. 1, 2025.

DECLINE and Conquer: One Senator’s Effort to Control Charge Card Abuse

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 17, 2025 1:20 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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New legislation requires a formal process to ensure charge cards are deactivated when federal employees separate from government service.

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