Trump Federal Union Contract Purge Draining Groups’ Resources
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Bloomberg Law) — Federal agencies’ cancellation of their workers’ collective bargaining agreements compounds legal and financial hurdles for labor…
What Is Guideline A? How Allegiance to the United States Affects Security Clearances
While not a commonly seen reason for security clearance revocation or denial, certain situations can trigger concerns under Guideline A: Allegiance to the United States. What is…
HUD website blames looming shutdown on ‘Radical Left’
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Federal News Network) — The Department of Housing and Urban Development plastered its website with a message about the “Radical Left” on Tuesday,…
You got a management directed reassignment. Now what?
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Federal News Network) — Dozens of federal employees in recent weeks have received “management directed reassignments” with little notice and a short…
Unions Win a Round in Court Disputes over Anti-Representation Orders
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FEDweek) — A federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration’s request to keep in place a ban on union representation in a Defense Department…
Federal agencies threaten, discipline employees for criticizing or mocking Charlie Kirk
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Government Executive) — Federal employees are facing warnings from agency leaders to refrain from criticizing or mocking Charlie Kirk, the conservative…
Rubio’s State Department Restructuring Cuts 1,353 Federal Jobs
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FEDweek) — The State Department announced plans Thursday to lay off 1,353 U.S. based employees as part of a broad reorganization initiative aimed at…
White House Extends Federal Hiring Freeze
WASHINGTON, D.C. (HRO Today) — President Donald Trump has extended the federal hiring freeze for most civilian workers, according to a memo released by the White House…
Supreme Court Clears Way for Mass RIFs as OPM Says Hundreds of Thousands Await Deferred Resignation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FEDweek) — The Supreme Court has ruled to allow Trump’s executive order on mass reductions-in-force (RIFs) to move forward. The ruling effectively lifts…
What is the Impact a Loss of Jurisdiction Can Have on My Security Clearance?
One of the most significant red flags in the adjudication process for a security clearance for potential employers and/or sponsors is a loss of jurisdiction. According to the…