Special Counsel Nominated to Join Merit Systems Protection Board
OSC Special Counsel Henry Kerner has been nominated to become an MSPB board member. His term at OSC has resulted in high-profile investigations of both Republicans and Democrats.
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Massachusetts US Attorney Resigns After “Egregious” Hatch Act Violations
“Egregious” Hatch Act violations led to the resignation of the US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts.
Adding Federal Pay and Benefits for ATF Employees by Falsifying Job Classifications
As a result of a whistleblower revelation, ATF was found to have paid tens of millions to employees by improperly classifying their jobs.
Report Concludes HHS Secretary Violated the Hatch Act
The Secretary of HHS was found to have violated the Hatch Act when speaking at an awards gala in 2022.
Software Flaw Results in $472 Million Worth of Uncollected Debts Owed to Numerous Federal Agencies
A whistleblower report identified almost half a billion dollars in debts owed to over 28 federal agencies that was caused by a software problem.
The Hatch Act: How to Damage or End a Federal Career
Hatch Act violations often occur during national election years. Here are the 3 latest examples of how to damage or end a federal career.
What Does OSC’s Amicus Curiae with the MSPB Mean for Federal Employees and Whistleblower Retaliation?
The OSC recently submitted a brief in support of a VA whistleblower. What could this mean for federal employees?
Air Force EEO Director Removed Following Investigation
The EEO director at Hill AFB was removed from her position after an investigation concerning violation of EEOC regulations.
“Bank of BARDA” Spent Vaccine Research Funds on Office Furniture, News Subscriptions
A new report states that HHS misappropriated millions of dollars intended to fund vaccine research.
Federal Employees Generally Free to Display Campaign Related Items After Election Day
OSC has issued an advisory opinion outlining what federal employees can and cannot do under the Hatch Act after Election Day.
