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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.
Agency News
OMB Posts Agency Shutdown Contingency Plans
The Office of Management and Budget has published a list of contingency plans for federal agencies in the event of a government shutdown later this week.
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Trump Directs Treasury Department to Review ‘Tax Regulatory Burdens’
President Trump signed an executive order directing the Treasury Department to review tax regulations that he says are creating an undue burden for American taxpayers.
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Some in the Media Suggest IRS Employees Should Leak Trump’s Tax Returns
Some in the media have suggested that federal employees at the IRS should consider leaking Donald Trump's tax returns. There are considerable consequences to doing this, however.
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House Committee Urges President to Fill IG Positions
The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is encouraging President Trump to fill several empty Inspector General positions at federal agencies.
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Executive Order Directs Agencies to Focus on ‘Buy American, Hire American’
A new executive order tells agencies to focus on "buy American, hire American."
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White House Lifts Hiring Freeze
The White House has lifted the federal hiring freeze, but it also announced a long term plan to reduce the overall size of the federal workforce.
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Trump Donates His First Quarter Salary to National Park Service
President Trump has chosen to donate first quarter salary to a federal agency.
Federal Workforce News
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.
Agency News
Trump Directs Agencies to Review Domestic Energy Burdens
President Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to conduct a review of any actions that potentially hinder domestic energy resources.