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Donald Trump

Explore articles related to Donald Trump and his administration’s actions that affect federal employees and retirees. This section includes coverage of executive orders, workforce policies, budget proposals, pay raise recommendations, and other decisions that influence federal pay, benefits, retirement programs, and agency operations. Stay informed with clear analysis of how presidential directives and policy changes may impact the federal workforce both during and after his time in office.

NTEU Sues Trump Administration Over Executive Orders

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 6, 2018 11:27 AM | Updated: Jun 18, 2018 2:14 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

NTEU has sued the Trump administration over recent Executive Orders that place restrictions on federal employee unions.

AFGE Sues President Trump Over Executive Order

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 31, 2018 9:52 AM | Updated: Jun 11, 2018 7:03 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

AFGE has sued President Trump over an Executive Order he recently issued that restricts the use of official time by federal employees.

What’s Really in Those New Executive Orders?

By Jeff NealMay 30, 2018 12:20 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Book on a desk labeled 'HR Policies and Procedures'

Three new executive orders have the potential to impact the federal workforce. The author analyzes the details of one that streamlines removal procedures.

Trump Donates His First Quarter Salary to VA

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 18, 2018 9:31 AM | Updated: May 31, 2018 9:57 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The White House announced that President Trump has donated his first quarter salary to the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Trump Forms Task Force to Avoid a ‘Taxpayer Funded Bailout’ of the Postal Service

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 13, 2018 12:25 PM | Updated: Apr 22, 2018 7:25 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Customer entrance to Post Office building showing the United States Postal Service logo on the awning over the doorway

President Trump signed an executive order to establish a task force to study the ailing finances of the Postal Service and make suggestions for reforms.

Bill Banning Painted Portraits of Federal Officials Signed into Law

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 28, 2018 4:48 PM | Updated: Apr 5, 2018 9:11 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Agencies have spent between $19,000 and $50,000 apiece to have portraits painted for display. President Trump has signed into law a bill banning future taxpayer funding of these portraits.

Legislation Would Ban Federal Employees from Staying at Trump Properties

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 16, 2018 7:35 PM | Updated: Mar 22, 2018 12:20 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would bar agencies from paying for federal employees to spend money at properties owned by President Trump or his family.

OSC Issues Updated Hatch Act Guidance for 2020 Election

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 6, 2018 10:27 AM | Updated: Mar 12, 2018 11:42 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Office of Special Counsel issued updated Hatch Act guidelines for federal employees after President Trump declared his candidacy for reelection in 2020.

How Do Federal Employees Rate President Trump in His First Year?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 20, 2018 2:22 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

How do federal employees and retirees rate President Trump’s performance after his first year? How does his rating compare to President Obama at the same point?

More Firings May Not Lead To Better Results

By Jeff NealFeb 7, 2018 2:36 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Yellow post it note with words 'you're fired!' stuck to a keyboard

The author says that making it easier to fire federal employees is an emotionally charged issue that is only one aspect of addressing accountability problems.

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