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DOJ to Review FBI’s Handling of Clinton Email Probe

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 12, 2017 6:32 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The Department of Justice IG has announced his office will be reviewing how the FBI handled its inquiry into Hillary Clinton’s email use around the time of the presidential election.

How To Quickly Reduce Federal Employee Salaries and Agency Programs

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 4, 2017 2:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

As the public was told in 2008, elections have consequences. The new administration will have different priorities than the Obama administration. One new Congressional rule will allow cutting the workforce or cutting federal employee salaries in specific agencies.

Tallying Political Donations from Federal Employees and Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: December 27, 2016 7:29 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Federal employee unions are generally supportive of Democrats. Federal employees donating in the 2016 election cycle followed suit. Here is a breakdown from agencies with significant donations.

Policy Change Hinted for Department of Energy in Questionnaire and New Secretary

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: December 20, 2016 8:26 AM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

A questionnaire and new Secretary of Energy are creating consternation among federal employees. Change is in the air. What will be the impact on federal workers?

Federal Employee Unions and Election Consequences

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDecember 11, 2016 2:33 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

There have not been dramatic legislative changes in federal human resources and labor relations since 1978. That could change in 2017. Here are some of the more significant proposals for change.

Senators Ask Obama to Freeze Federal Hiring Until Trump Takes Office

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 2, 2016 3:27 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Two Senators have asked President Obama to freeze federal hiring during the transition between presidential administrations to combat the practice of “burrowing in” by political appointees.

Proposed Changes to Federal HR: From Worst Case to Possible

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 16, 2016 5:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Human Resources Leave a comment
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Many people expected a Hillary Clinton victory. Changes for federal employee pay and benefits may have been unlikely but now may have a greater chance of success. Here is a summary of possible proposals for change.

What Should The Next President Do With OPM?

By Jeff NealNovember 10, 2016 7:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that a new presidential administration should not assume that OPM as it exists today is the right structure for the future of federal workforce management. He says that the question that needs to be asked is, “What should be done with OPM?”

Federal Government and Federal Employees Under President Trump

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 9, 2016 8:51 AM Categories Human Resources, Agency News Leave a comment

The 2016 election will have an impact on the federal workforce. Here is a summary of changes that may be in store for the federal government and federal workers under President Trump.

Comey Says FBI Stands By Decision Not to Pursue Charges in Clinton Email Investigation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: November 11, 2016 8:36 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

In a follow up letter to Members of Congress, FBI Director James Comey said his agency has found no new evidence that would warrant any charges against Hillary Clinton for her use of a private email server while Secretary of State.

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