Third Party Watch Dog Group Lacks Standing in Bid to Force Prosecution of Hatch Act Violations
A federal district court has turned aside efforts by a watch dog group to force OSC to prosecute violations of the Hatch Act by a White House official.
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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.
Court Dismisses AFGE’s Hatch Act Lawsuit
AFGE’s lawsuit against OSC for its recent Hatch Act guidance has been dismissed by a Maryland court.
Hatch Act Leads to 120-Day Suspension
A federal employee has agreed to a 120-day suspension without pay for a Hatch Act violation.
Federal Employees, Hatch Act, and Black Lives Matter
The Office of Special Counsel says Black Lives Matter is not a political organization with Hatch Act implications for federal employees and agencies.
Two Federal Employees Suspended Without Pay for Violating Hatch Act
Two federal employees have been suspended without pay for violating the Hatch Act while on duty.
Are Whistleblowers More Likely to Be Fired if They Are Probationary Employees?
A GAO report attempted to determine if whistleblowers are more likely to be fired when they are in probationary status.
Maximum Penalty Imposed on VA Physician Charged with 15 Hatch Act Violations
OSC announced a decision which found a former VA physician violated the Hatch Act when running for U.S. Senate.
DOI Employee Returned to His Job in Whistleblower Retaliation Case
A DOI employee has been returned to his job along with backpay and benefits after a settlement in a whistleblower case.
Impeachment? Read This Before Offering an Opinion
As the impeachment trial continues in Washington, the debate over whether federal employees can discuss impeachment while on duty as resurfaced.
