FedSmith Readers Give Slight Edge to Trump Heading Into Election
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It was close, but a majority of FedSmith readers said they plan to vote for President Trump in our latest survey.
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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.
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Trump or Biden: Who Will Receive Your Vote?
Who are federal employees planning to support in the upcoming election? Share your feedback in our latest survey.
The Battle Over Federal Employees’ Payroll Taxes
Federal employees will not be able to opt out of the temporary payroll tax deferral, but some lawmakers are pushing to change that.
Will the Payroll Tax Deferral Apply to Federal Employees?
It appears some federal employees will have withholding of their payroll taxes deferred under a new executive order. Here’s what we know.
Hatch Act Not a Bar for Acceptance Speech at White House
The Office of Special Counsel says President Trump can make acceptance speech at the White House, with restrictions.
Trump’s Payroll Tax Cut is a Lose-Lose Deal
The author says that a proposal to suspend the Social Security payroll tax would jeopardize the overall health of the program.
White House Plans to Block TSP from Expanding China Investments
Reports have surfaced that President Trump intends to try to stop the TSP from making a planned change to the I Fund.
Can President Trump Fire Dr. Fauci?
There has been recent speculation that President Trump might fire Dr. Anthony Fauci, but can the president really do this given that Fauci is a federal employee?
Trump Unveils Guidelines for ‘Opening Up America Again’ After Coronavirus
The White House has released suggested guidelines for states to follow to begin returning life to normal after the coronavirus.
Election 2020: Which Candidate Do Federal Employees Prefer?
An informal survey of readers over the past 10 days provides insight into which candidates for president are the most popular.
