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philosophy

Ethics of Unpaid Federal Labor

The ethics of compelling federal workers to work without pay during government shutdowns is complex and controversial.

fromA Philosopher's Blog

2 days ago

philosophy

Is a Government Shutdown Ethical?

Government shutdowns have severe financial and ethical implications for federal workers and the broader economy, exacerbated by partisan struggles.

fromA Philosopher's Blog

philosophy

Ethics of Unpaid Federal Labor

The ethics of compelling federal workers to work without pay during government shutdowns is complex and controversial.

more#government-shutdown

Federal workers forced to return to offices with no desks, WiFi or lights after Trump's executive order

Federal workers face challenges returning to offices due to inadequate facilities after Trump's order ended remote work.

fromBloomberglaw

Musk Vows to Suspend Federal Workers Who Don't Return to Office

Elon Musk threatens administrative leave for federal workers not returning to the office, aligning with Trump's push for in-person work.

Washington DC

Almost half of all federal workers support Trump's return-to-office mandate, a new survey found

Federal workers are divided on Trump's return-to-office order, with nearly equal support and opposition.

fromThe Center Square

1 week ago

US politics

Poll: Majority of Americans glad to see federal workers return to office

Majority of Americans support federal workers returning to office, with significant divides by political affiliation and generation.

fromNew York Post

2 weeks ago

Remote teams

Exclusive | Fed workers lament 'DOGE 15' as RTO and layoff threats pile on the pressure - and the pounds

Federal workers are struggling with weight gain and stress due to increased commuting and work hours after returning to the office.

fromUNILAD Tech

Federal workers forced to return to offices with no desks, WiFi or lights after Trump's executive order

Federal workers face challenges returning to offices due to inadequate facilities after Trump's order ended remote work.

fromBloomberglaw

Musk Vows to Suspend Federal Workers Who Don't Return to Office

Elon Musk threatens administrative leave for federal workers not returning to the office, aligning with Trump's push for in-person work.

Washington DC

Almost half of all federal workers support Trump's return-to-office mandate, a new survey found

Federal workers are divided on Trump's return-to-office order, with nearly equal support and opposition.

fromThe Center Square

1 week ago

US politics

Poll: Majority of Americans glad to see federal workers return to office

Majority of Americans support federal workers returning to office, with significant divides by political affiliation and generation.

fromNew York Post

2 weeks ago

Remote teams

Exclusive | Fed workers lament 'DOGE 15' as RTO and layoff threats pile on the pressure - and the pounds

Federal workers are struggling with weight gain and stress due to increased commuting and work hours after returning to the office.

more#return-to-office

#trump-administration

fromwww.dw.com

US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025

Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.

Washington DC

20 states sue President Trump's administration over mass firings of probationary federal workers

Maryland and 19 other states are suing the Trump administration over alleged illegal firings of probationary federal workers.

fromSlate Magazine

From Uncertainty to Total Chaos, Your Stories About the New Trump Term

The Trump administration's changes have left many federal workers and individuals dependent on federal funds in uncertain situations.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump Official Will No Longer Testify in Challenge to Mass Firings

Charles Ezell will not testify in a crucial case regarding the legality of mass firings of federal workers, raising questions about government authority.

US news

Mass. judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign

A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's plan to encourage federal workers to resign amid concerns over legality and pressure tactics.

Washington Nationals

Federal judge appears skeptical Trump administration's probationary firings were for performance

The legality of mass firings of probationary federal workers under the Trump administration is being challenged in court, raising concerns about compliance with federal law.

fromwww.dw.com

US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025

Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.

Washington DC

20 states sue President Trump's administration over mass firings of probationary federal workers

Maryland and 19 other states are suing the Trump administration over alleged illegal firings of probationary federal workers.

fromSlate Magazine

From Uncertainty to Total Chaos, Your Stories About the New Trump Term

The Trump administration's changes have left many federal workers and individuals dependent on federal funds in uncertain situations.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump Official Will No Longer Testify in Challenge to Mass Firings

Charles Ezell will not testify in a crucial case regarding the legality of mass firings of federal workers, raising questions about government authority.

US news

Mass. judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign

A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's plan to encourage federal workers to resign amid concerns over legality and pressure tactics.

Washington Nationals

more#trump-administration

Federal judge appears skeptical Trump administration's probationary firings were for performance

The legality of mass firings of probationary federal workers under the Trump administration is being challenged in court, raising concerns about compliance with federal law.

3 tips for federal workers who are scrambling to find new jobs

Laid-off federal workers face emotional and financial challenges as they transition to a competitive job market after mass job cuts.

Retirement

I help workers who are forced into early retirement. Here are 7 steps to take if you're pushed out of a job you love.

Processing anger and grief is essential for a positive transition into retirement.

Tech industry

The tricky challenge federal workers face pivoting into the private sector

Federal workers should learn to present their skills effectively for private sector jobs.

Career

fromFast Company

3 tips for federal workers who are scrambling to find new jobs

Laid-off federal workers face emotional and financial challenges as they transition to a competitive job market after mass job cuts.

Retirement

I help workers who are forced into early retirement. Here are 7 steps to take if you're pushed out of a job you love.

Processing anger and grief is essential for a positive transition into retirement.

Tech industry

The tricky challenge federal workers face pivoting into the private sector

Federal workers should learn to present their skills effectively for private sector jobs.

more#career-transition

Federal layoffs couldn't be coming at a worse time for some workers

Federal workers face increased hiring challenges transitioning to private sector due to economic uncertainty.

3 months ago

Remote teams

The Trump administration says 'lower productivity' federal workers will be better off in private sector

Federal workers are encouraged to transition to private sector jobs for higher productivity.

The government promotes leisure activities for federal employees during a payout period.

Tech industry

Federal layoffs couldn't be coming at a worse time for some workers

Federal workers face increased hiring challenges transitioning to private sector due to economic uncertainty.

3 months ago

Remote teams

The Trump administration says 'lower productivity' federal workers will be better off in private sector

Federal workers are encouraged to transition to private sector jobs for higher productivity.

The government promotes leisure activities for federal employees during a payout period.

Critics Tee Off On 'Hypocrite' Trump's Brazen New Complaint About Federal Workers

Trump criticized federal workers for remote work, urging them to return in person while facing backlash for his own golfing habits.

Tech industry

AI-generated clip of Trump sucking Elon Musk's toes blasted across TVs at federal agency

An unexpected AI-generated video of Trump and Musk at HUD sparked discussion among returning employees during scrutiny of federal productivity.

Criticism surrounds the displayed video amidst ongoing terminations and monitoring at HUD.

Deliverability

DOGE's productivity email deadline for federal workers looms, with differing guidance

Federal workers face consequences for not reporting their weekly accomplishments amid conflicting agency guidance.

US Elections

Why these federal workers regret voting for Trump: 'This is not The Apprentice'

Trump-voting federal workers feel betrayed by mass firings led by Elon Musk, contrary to their expectations from the Trump administration.

fromHuffPost

Critics Tee Off On 'Hypocrite' Trump's Brazen New Complaint About Federal Workers

Trump criticized federal workers for remote work, urging them to return in person while facing backlash for his own golfing habits.

Tech industry

AI-generated clip of Trump sucking Elon Musk's toes blasted across TVs at federal agency

An unexpected AI-generated video of Trump and Musk at HUD sparked discussion among returning employees during scrutiny of federal productivity.

Criticism surrounds the displayed video amidst ongoing terminations and monitoring at HUD.

Deliverability

DOGE's productivity email deadline for federal workers looms, with differing guidance

Federal workers face consequences for not reporting their weekly accomplishments amid conflicting agency guidance.

US Elections

Why these federal workers regret voting for Trump: 'This is not The Apprentice'

Trump-voting federal workers feel betrayed by mass firings led by Elon Musk, contrary to their expectations from the Trump administration.

more#trump

fromwww.theguardian.com

Trump administration briefing: Judge reinstates some fired workers, more tariff threats on EU

A federal judge reinstates thousands of fired probationary federal workers, disputing performance-related termination claims and halting personnel management's guidance on firings.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

U.S. Education Department to Cut About Half Its Staff

The U.S. Department of Education will reduce its workforce by about half to enhance efficiency and accountability.

Here's how federal workers are responding to the DOGE productivity-tracking email

Elon Musk's email to federal employees requesting productivity details has sparked frustration and fears of job loss among workers.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Civil servants are leading the American resistance with GameStop as a guide | Virginia Heffernan

Federal workers are engaging in civil disobedience against the current regime's efforts to undermine their positions.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Pro-Trump Actor Begs Elon Musk Not To Leave Behind Good People' Losing Jobs In Necessary' DOGE Cuts

Zachary Levi urged Elon Musk to ensure federal job cuts do not negatively impact hard-working employees.

fromTechCrunch

Federal workers sue Elon Musk and DOGE to cut off data access | TechCrunch

Federal workers are suing Elon Musk for unauthorized access to sensitive personnel records.

fromWIRED

Federal Workers Launch New Lawsuit to Fight DOGE's Data Access

Federal workers are suing over illegal access to personal data by Musk's DOGE.

The lawsuit claims violation of the Privacy Act regarding sensitive information access.

US news

Federal workers sue over Elon Musk's threat to fire them if they don't explain their accomplishments

Musk's ultimatum to federal employees has sparked legal challenges and criticism for violating worker protections.

Here's how federal workers are responding to the DOGE productivity-tracking email

Elon Musk's email to federal employees requesting productivity details has sparked frustration and fears of job loss among workers.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Civil servants are leading the American resistance with GameStop as a guide | Virginia Heffernan

Federal workers are engaging in civil disobedience against the current regime's efforts to undermine their positions.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Pro-Trump Actor Begs Elon Musk Not To Leave Behind Good People' Losing Jobs In Necessary' DOGE Cuts

Zachary Levi urged Elon Musk to ensure federal job cuts do not negatively impact hard-working employees.

fromTechCrunch

Federal workers sue Elon Musk and DOGE to cut off data access | TechCrunch

Federal workers are suing Elon Musk for unauthorized access to sensitive personnel records.

fromWIRED

Federal Workers Launch New Lawsuit to Fight DOGE's Data Access

Federal workers are suing over illegal access to personal data by Musk's DOGE.

The lawsuit claims violation of the Privacy Act regarding sensitive information access.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

US news

Federal workers sue over Elon Musk's threat to fire them if they don't explain their accomplishments

Musk's ultimatum to federal employees has sparked legal challenges and criticism for violating worker protections.

Critics Tee Off On 'Hypocrite' Trump's Brazen New Complaint About Federal Workers

Trump criticized federal workers for not working enough and announced plans to end remote work policies.

His history of frequent golfing creates a hypocritical contrast with his current statements.

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