OSC Clarifies its Hatch Act Guidance on ‘Resistance’ in the Workplace
OSC has clarified its recent Hatch Act guidance on using terms such as “the Resistance” or discussing impeachment in the federal workplace.
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Federal Employees Warned Not to ‘#Resist’ Trump Administration While on Duty
OSC has issued new Hatch Act guidance for the 2020 election. Federal employees will want to be wary of using certain terms and hashtags in a political context.
OSC Files Complaint Over Whistleblower’s Termination
The Office of Special Counsel recently filed a whistleblower retaliation complaint over the removal of a federal employee at the Interior Department.
Elections, Federal Employees and Arbitrators
With mid-term elections looming, the Hatch Act always comes into play. This Postal Service case may have longer-term implications than most cases.
How a Federal Employee Can Destroy a Career
An employee of ICE has resigned as a result of political activity that led to a Hatch Act violation.
OSC Files Hatch Act Complaint Against Immigration Judge
The Office of Special Counsel has filed a Hatch Act complaint against an immigration judge over an incident that allegedly took place around the 2016 election.
Are Prohibited Personnel Practices Taking Place at EPA?
Two Congressmen want the OSC to investigate possible prohibited personnel practices at the EPA.
OSC Says Kellyanne Conway Violated Hatch Act Twice
The Office of Special Counsel has concluded that Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway violated the Hatch Act in her capacity as a federal employee.
OSC Issues Updated Hatch Act Guidance for 2020 Election
The Office of Special Counsel issued updated Hatch Act guidelines for federal employees after President Trump declared his candidacy for reelection in 2020.
OSC Issues New Whistleblower Protection Guidelines to Agencies
The Office of Special Counsel recently released three guidance memos for agencies regarding implementing whistleblower protections.
