Implications of Schedule F for Federal Employees

President Trump is reviving a push to reshape the federal workforce by creating a new category: “Schedule Policy/Career Positions,” formerly known as Schedule F. These positions are designed for employees in policymaking or policy-influencing roles, and the change could significantly alter federal job protections. OPM issued a proposed rule allowing agencies to move employees into this category—removing their right to appeal to the MSPB in the process. For more information, see our full video and related articles. “Draining the Swamp”: Schedule F is Back and Moving Forward https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/04/19/draining-the-swamp-schedule-f-is-back-and-moving-forward/