150 turkeys distributed to veterans in just 15 minutes during giveaway
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (CNY Central) — 150 turkeys were handed out to local veterans in just 15 minutes on Monday. It was part of the 17th annual Turkeys for Veterans giveaway ahead…
Thank a Veteran! Then Hire One to Become Eligible for a Tax Break
On this Veterans Day, it’s important to remember the sacrifices our military members have made to keep our country safe. It is also important to thank our veterans for their…
Security Clearances: Spouses, Mental Health, and Always…Marijuana
WASHINGTON, D.C. (ClearedJobs.Net) — IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER Yep, your spouse’s activities can impact your security clearance. So can being fired from a previous job. If…
California judge’s ruling may have impacts on Guard in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, MD (WYPR) — A federal judge in California’s ruling that the Trump administration’s deployment of National Guard troops was illegal in Los Angeles may have…
Can You Appeal a Revoked Security Clearance After a Job Loss?
You lost your job, and then you lost your security clearance. What next? Losing a security clearance can derail a federal career, especially if that clearance is revoked after…
What Reclassification of Marijuana Could Mean for Security Clearance Holders
If you are a security clearance holder, or looking to obtain one in the near future, you may be aware that reclassification of marijuana (cannabis, weed, pot) from a Schedule I…
Fort Bliss soldier in Russian spy case had criminal past yet maintained top-secret Army clearance
AUSTIN, TX (Stars & Stripes) — A Fort Bliss soldier was already under criminal investigation when he called a Russian Embassy to share the weaknesses of the U.S.…
Understanding the Security Clearance Appeal Process
Obtaining a security clearance is required for individuals working in government, military, defense contracting, and other fields requiring access to classified information that…
The ‘Long-Term Danger’ of Trump Sending Troops to the LA Protests
LOS ANGELES, CA (WIRED) — As hundreds of United States Marines deploy in Los Angeles under presidential orders to protect federal property amid growing protests over…
Legal Protections for Employees During Security Clearance Investigations
Security clearance investigations are a regular part of the United States federal government employment process for any job that requires eligibility for access to classified…