Chaffetz Will Not Seek Reelection
Congressman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) has announced that he will not seek reelection for Congress in 2018.
Federal Workforce News
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.
Foreign Worker Shortages Threaten American Agriculture
A group of agriculture-related organizations sent a letter to President Trump saying that their industry is threatened by a lack of foreign workers. The author discusses how this coincides with current agency laws.
Shutdown Looming: Will Funding Be Approved by April 28th?
A government shutdown is looming but, despite the drama, an actual shutdown is unlikely.
Washington’s Newest Federal Employee: Ivanka Trump
The White House announced this week that Ivanka Trump will officially become a federal employee to serve as an advisor to the President.
Washington Bracing for Snowstorm
Washington, DC is feeling the impact of Winter Storm Stella. Federal agencies are operating under a delayed arrival status today.
Renewed Effort in Congress to Provide Lactation Facilities for Agency Visitors
Legislation recently passed the House in a renewed effort to provide private lactation spaces in federal buildings for visitors.
Did Kellyanne Conway Violate Federal Ethics Regulations?
The Office of Government Ethics has said that disciplinary action against Kellyanne Conway appears to be warranted for statements she made which appear to violate her position as a federal employee.
Federal Workers Finding Creative Ways to Push Back Against Trump Administration
Many federal employees are unhappy about the election of Donald Trump as president, and organized movements within the federal workforce are taking place.
Agency Supporters Take to Twitter in Defiance of Trump Administration
In no time after the Trump administration issued a directive to agencies to temporarily limit their communications, voices of dissent took to Twitter. What is the story behind some of these “rogue” Twitter accounts, and what does it all mean for federal employees?
Federal Hiring Freeze: What They Are Saying
President Trump’s decision to freeze federal hiring has generated quite a buzz among the federal community. Here is a summary of what is being said about it.
