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Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
6 hours ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
45 minutes ago

Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs

The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget requests a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% decrease in non-defense funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

US judge upholds decision to toss subpoenas into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Judge Boasberg rejects Trump's subpoenas for Federal Reserve chairman Powell, citing improper purpose and lack of convincing arguments from the administration.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
6 hours ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Washington DC
fromTruthout
45 minutes ago

Trump Budget Boosts War Spending While Slashing Domestic Programs

The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget requests a 43% increase in defense spending and a 10% decrease in non-defense funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

US judge upholds decision to toss subpoenas into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Judge Boasberg rejects Trump's subpoenas for Federal Reserve chairman Powell, citing improper purpose and lack of convincing arguments from the administration.
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

GOP congressman tells furious federal workers being fired is part of God's plan for them - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Mark Alford faced backlash from constituents after suggesting job losses by Elon Musk are part of God's plan.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
Education
fromHoodline
2 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Trump's Cozy Transportation Secretary

Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein have lobbied to reverse trucker work hour restrictions, influencing policy and political donations significantly.
#fbi
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

HHS reverses Biden-era restructuring of its IT and tech operations

HHS Chief Information Officer Clark Minor stated that consolidating the CTO, CDO, and CAIO roles within his office allows the department to move faster on shared platforms and protect systems more effectively.
Healthcare
Business intelligence
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Survey: Human capital is a key barrier to government AI adoption

Federal leaders view AI as essential for improving agency efficiency, but many initiatives remain in early stages due to various implementation barriers.
#government-shutdown
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
US politics

CNN Anchor Confronts House Democrat Over Congress Getting Paid During DHS Shutdown: Americans Feel You Guys Just Don't Get It'

The ongoing government shutdown is causing significant public frustration and hardship, with calls for Congress to feel the impact of their decisions.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

US: Hundreds of TSA agents quit, ICE patrols airports

A partial government shutdown has led to significant disruptions at US airports, with many TSA officers quitting and long security lines for travelers.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

TSA workers get temporary financial relief as Coast Guard civilians work with no pay during shutdown

Federal employees under the Department of Homeland Security, including Coast Guard civilians, remain unpaid during the partial government shutdown, impacting operations and morale.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
20 hours ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

The DHS shutdown might never end

The government shutdown has left tens of thousands of workers affected, with low morale and no immediate resolution in sight.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Anchor Confronts House Democrat Over Congress Getting Paid During DHS Shutdown: Americans Feel You Guys Just Don't Get It'

The ongoing government shutdown is causing significant public frustration and hardship, with calls for Congress to feel the impact of their decisions.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

US: Hundreds of TSA agents quit, ICE patrols airports

A partial government shutdown has led to significant disruptions at US airports, with many TSA officers quitting and long security lines for travelers.
Intellectual property law
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Court blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting, finds Trump administration's 'kill switch' claim had no evidence - Silicon Canals

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from designating Anthropic as a supply chain risk, citing violations of legal procedures and First Amendment rights.
Careers
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Top ICE Official Falling Apart Medically Due to Stress of Getting Yelled At

Managing ICE has caused Todd Lyons significant stress, leading to hospital visits and impacting his decision-making ability.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
Privacy professionals
fromFEDweek
5 days ago

Agencies Need More Complete Guidance on Privacy Considerations of AI Use, Says GAO

GAO identifies gaps in AI guidance, highlighting risks and the need for comprehensive privacy protections in agency implementations.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

TSA employees to get paid Monday following Pres. Trump directive as shutdown continues

Passengers at Oakland airport faced small lines and delays, while TSA employees experienced low morale due to working without pay for weeks.
fromAllthingssmitty
5 days ago

You probably don't need to lift state - Matt Smith

Keep state as close as possible to where it's actually used. Lift it when multiple components need it or you need to coordinate behavior between components.
React
#tsa
fromBoston.com
6 days ago
US news

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

fromFortune
5 days ago
US politics

ICE agents called in to help ease airport security lines may not be leaving anytime soon, even after Trump ordered pay for TSA officers | Fortune

fromBoston.com
6 days ago
US news

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

TSA agents who often live paycheck to paycheck haven't been paid in 5 weeks. Here's how much they usually make.

TSA officers are working without pay during the government shutdown, leading to staffing shortages and long airport lines.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports persist despite an executive order to pay TSA officers, causing significant delays for travelers during spring break.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

TSA employees receive back pay after Trump's executive order

TSA employees received back pay amid a partial DHS shutdown, alleviating airport congestion but failing to resolve budget standoff.
US politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

ICE agents called in to help ease airport security lines may not be leaving anytime soon, even after Trump ordered pay for TSA officers | Fortune

Emergency pay for TSA agents ordered by Trump, but major airports still urge early arrival due to ongoing staffing issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Issues Executive Order Telling DHS to Immediately Pay Our TSA Agents'

President Trump ordered immediate payment for TSA agents amid ongoing funding standoff, blaming Democrats for the shutdown affecting airport security.
#trump
fromsfist.com
6 days ago
US politics

Saturday Links: Trump Signs Executive Order to Pay TSA Officers As Shutdown Resumes

Trump signed an executive order to pay TSA officers immediately amid a government shutdown and high absentee rates.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago
US politics

Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

Trump plans to sign an emergency order to pay TSA agents amid ongoing budget impasse affecting airports and workers.
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Courts keep ruling against Trump. But they can't save our democracy singlehandedly | Margaret Sullivan

Trump's presence at the Supreme Court signals his disregard for the separation of powers and aims to influence a ruling on birthright citizenship.
US politics
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Saturday Links: Trump Signs Executive Order to Pay TSA Officers As Shutdown Resumes

Trump signed an executive order to pay TSA officers immediately amid a government shutdown and high absentee rates.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

Trump plans to sign an emergency order to pay TSA agents amid ongoing budget impasse affecting airports and workers.
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Agency data leads worry about staff capacity to tackle statutory requirements, survey finds

Among the 189 CDO and other data leader respondents to the annual survey conducted by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Data Foundation, about 40% said they had lost six or more employees last year.
EU data protection
SF politics
fromFuturism
2 days ago

The Trump Administration Is Doing Something Horrifying to Workers at Nuclear Facilities

US nuclear workers face increased radiation risks due to deregulation under the Trump administration, compromising safety standards previously in place.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
#federal-workforce
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
4 days ago

The federal government shed 385,000 employees last year. Now the Trump administration is on a blitz to hire Gen Z workers | Fortune

The Trump administration is launching a recruitment initiative for early-career workers to address a looming retirement crisis in the federal workforce.
fromAxios
1 month ago
US politics

Trump admin green lights rule making it easier to fire thousands of federal employees

Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
4 days ago

The federal government shed 385,000 employees last year. Now the Trump administration is on a blitz to hire Gen Z workers | Fortune

The Trump administration is launching a recruitment initiative for early-career workers to address a looming retirement crisis in the federal workforce.
fromAxios
1 month ago
US politics

Trump admin green lights rule making it easier to fire thousands of federal employees

Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
21 hours ago

Civilian agencies face 10% cuts in Trump's 2027 budget

President Trump proposed a $2.2 trillion fiscal 2027 budget with increased defense spending and cuts to non-defense agencies.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

Davis allegedly directed more than $4.5 million to Collective Impact from the Dream Keeper Initiative, a city program that distributes arts and culture grants to the Black community, the DA said.
Non-profit organizations
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromRaw Story
4 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
SF politics
fromRaw Story
4 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Hegseth fires US Army chief of staff in reported string of dismissals

General Randy A. George has been dismissed by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid ongoing conflicts, marking a significant leadership change in the US Army.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Why did Trump fire Pam Bondi from Justice Department, who is Todd Blanche?

Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, transitioning her to a private sector role after a 14-month tenure.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

The Surprisingly Hopeful Lesson From Pam Bondi's Failed Tenure at DOJ

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended due to her failure to effectively execute Trump's vindictive agenda, despite her efforts to corrupt the DOJ.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Why did Trump fire Pam Bondi from Justice Department, who is Todd Blanche?

Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, transitioning her to a private sector role after a 14-month tenure.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

The Surprisingly Hopeful Lesson From Pam Bondi's Failed Tenure at DOJ

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended due to her failure to effectively execute Trump's vindictive agenda, despite her efforts to corrupt the DOJ.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
#dhs
US politics
fromJezebel
2 days ago

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

DHS has paused its ICE warehouse campaign amid concerns over excessive spending and contract investigations.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Over 100,000 government employees have gone a month without pay due to DHS shutdown

Political disagreement on ICE powers halts DHS funding, affecting over 100,000 essential employees working without pay amid ongoing immigration policy controversies.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

DHS drops investigation into former acting CISA chief's failed polygraph exam

DHS closed an investigation into CISA staff who arranged a polygraph for the former acting director, clearing them of wrongdoing.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
22 hours ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 days ago

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

DHS has paused its ICE warehouse campaign amid concerns over excessive spending and contract investigations.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Over 100,000 government employees have gone a month without pay due to DHS shutdown

Political disagreement on ICE powers halts DHS funding, affecting over 100,000 essential employees working without pay amid ongoing immigration policy controversies.
Education
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

'I don't know if we're ready': Governors from each party appalled at 100-year-old federal workforce strategy | Fortune

The United States education and workforce pipeline is critically broken, leaving workers unprepared for automation and economic instability as AI technologies rapidly advance.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Did Trump cuts slow access to public records? We found 26 cases that say yes.

Federal workforce reductions have severely impaired agencies' ability to comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, with at least 13 agencies citing staffing cuts as reasons for missing FOIA deadlines in court.
#immigration
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

How Trump uses non-immigration government agencies to aid his deportation campaign

The Trump administration's new HUD regulations target undocumented immigrants in rental assistance households, risking family separation and affecting thousands of eligible citizens.
US politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Alex Woodward: How ICE agents have become Donald Trump's own personal police

Donald Trump is using armed ICE officers at airports to pressure Democrats and Republicans regarding the filibuster.
US politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

A $10 billion 'slush fund' to pay TSA agents: Trump's latest unilateral loophole, explained | Fortune

Political power in the U.S. is constitutionally vested in Congress, but Trump's actions during the government shutdown challenge this principle.
US politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Next Attorney General Has an Impossible Job

Donald Trump has reverted to firing Cabinet members, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, due to perceived failures in handling political issues.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ Lawyer Delivers Moment Of Pure Honesty, Promptly Fired - See Generally - Above the Law

DOJ Lawyer Invites Judge To Hold Her In Contempt Just To Get Some Rest: Government attorney called out the challenges preventing her from complying with court orders and begs for rest. The DOJ immediately fired her.
Law
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Some Public Health Service officers quit rather than serve in ICE detention centers

USPHS medical officers deployed to ICE detention centers report severe moral distress, substandard care, staffing shortages, and many resignations.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Republicans in Congress say they have a deal to end the record-long shutdown at DHS

Republican leadership has revived a plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security after a 47-day funding lapse, excluding ICE and Border Patrol initially.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

With DHS Still Shutdown, GOP Gives Up on Dealmaking

The Senate passed a DHS funding measure, but House Republicans rejected it, leading to a legislative impasse and renewed calls to eliminate the filibuster.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

This Is Nuts': Trump's Deputy AG Roasted For Bragging About Purging DOJ And FBI

Loyalty to the president is emphasized by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, rejecting partisan actors in the DOJ and FBI.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Senior Trump officials seem to have no idea what ICE agents are supposed to be doing at airports

There is significant confusion among top officials regarding the role of ICE agents at U.S. airports.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
fromBloomberglaw
3 weeks ago

Punching In: Labor Department Watchdog Pressed on His Future

I'm here on this panel today answering your questions as the inspector general. I hope if you are indeed doing this that you do resign. I am well aware of the Hatch Act. The inspector general is currently heading an investigation into both Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who is accused of committing travel fraud and having an affair with her bodyguard, and the secretary's husband Shawn DeRemer, who allegedly assaulted at least two female department employees.
US politics
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Cuts in training for new ICE agents should scare everyone,' says whistleblower

ICE agent training has been reduced by 40-50%, creating inadequate preparation that risks constitutional violations, unlawful arrests, and deaths during immigration enforcement operations.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Bipartisan lawmakers worried about shaky progress on modernized government worker background check system

The National Background Investigation Services system for federal employee vetting faces a decade-long delay until fiscal 2028, costing $2.4 billion with $2.2 billion more needed, impacting national security and government contractors.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

New Trump administration rule makes it easier to fire career civil servants

OPM will reclassify about 50,000 senior career federal employees as at-will, allowing expedited removal for misconduct or intentionally subverting Presidential directives.
US politics
fromNature
1 month ago

Trump team's new rule could make firing government scientists easier

US OPM finalized a rule creating a 'Policy/Career' class to reclassify and ease firing of roughly 50,000 federal civil servants, including scientists.
#civil-service
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

The Education Department's efforts to fire staff cost over $28 million, watchdog says

A new report from a government watchdog suggests the Trump administration's efforts to fire staff at the U.S. Department of Education cost taxpayers tens of millions of dollars. The report, from the nonpartisan U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), focuses on the department's Office for Civil Rights (OCR), which investigates complaints of discrimination in schools based on students' sex, race, national origin, disability and more.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Democrats press CISA's acting chief over major staffing cuts

CISA is "executing a mission-first approach" by "prioritizing what works, eliminating duplication and ensuring that every product and service directly advances CISA's regulatory mission" in a way that aligns with the goals of the Trump administration, Gottumukkala said in his opening remarks. He also hinted at plans to pursue hiring this year, saying the agency would "continue targeted hiring" for key roles.
US politics
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