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#government-employment

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At SF protest, federal workers warn that Musk plan will backfire

The recent layoffs at the CFPB highlight the agency's significance and the impact of impersonal communication on employee morale.

fromWIRED

Miscellaneous

DOGE Has Started Gutting a Key US Technology Agency

Major layoffs are occurring at the Technology Transformation Services, affecting many probationary and short-term staffers.

Cancer

fromCbsnews

17 hours ago

National Institutes of Health lays off hundreds more staff, including at cancer research institute

NIH laid off approximately 200 employees unexpectedly, including staff from its National Cancer Institute, surprising many within the agency.

fromSFGATE

Miscellaneous

At SF protest, federal workers warn that Musk plan will backfire

The recent layoffs at the CFPB highlight the agency's significance and the impact of impersonal communication on employee morale.

fromWIRED

Miscellaneous

DOGE Has Started Gutting a Key US Technology Agency

Major layoffs are occurring at the Technology Transformation Services, affecting many probationary and short-term staffers.

After paying people to leave, one federal agency is scrambling to fill positions

The Trump administration's workforce reduction plan is causing confusion and discontent among employees who recently resigned.

Automakers granted relief from tariffs. And, fired USDA workers return to work

Trump temporarily suspends auto tariffs giving manufacturers a reprieve, amid concerns about job cuts and procedural legitimacy in federal layoffs.

3 days ago

After paying people to leave, one federal agency is scrambling to fill positions

The Trump administration's workforce reduction plan is causing confusion and discontent among employees who recently resigned.

Automakers granted relief from tariffs. And, fired USDA workers return to work

Trump temporarily suspends auto tariffs giving manufacturers a reprieve, amid concerns about job cuts and procedural legitimacy in federal layoffs.

more#usda

#trump-administration

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Says Veterans Fired from Federal Government Are Perhaps Not Fit to Have a Job at This Moment'

Trump administration's vet layoffs raise concerns over legality and impact on government functions.

Science

National Science Foundation Fires 168 Workers on Trump's Order

The Trump administration significantly reduced the National Science Foundation's workforce, impacting scientific research funding.

Around 168 probationary employees were fired from the N.S.F., contributing to widespread federal layoffs.

Rejected by Washington, Federal Workers Find Open Arms in State Governments

States are actively recruiting federal workers impacted by job cuts under the Trump administration.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

6 days ago

NYC politics

Federal workers on DOGE impact during Trump's first 100 days: 'We want to come back to work'

The DOGE initiative has severely affected thousands of workers and agencies, leading to widespread protests and discontent among public sector employees.

Remote teams

Tim Kaine Warns Federal Employees Against Taking Trump's Buyout' Offer: Do Not Be Fooled!'

Senator Kaine urges federal workers not to accept Trump's buyout deal, asserting it is unauthorized and potentially detrimental to their employment.

Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Says Veterans Fired from Federal Government Are Perhaps Not Fit to Have a Job at This Moment'

Trump administration's vet layoffs raise concerns over legality and impact on government functions.

Science

National Science Foundation Fires 168 Workers on Trump's Order

The Trump administration significantly reduced the National Science Foundation's workforce, impacting scientific research funding.

Around 168 probationary employees were fired from the N.S.F., contributing to widespread federal layoffs.

Rejected by Washington, Federal Workers Find Open Arms in State Governments

States are actively recruiting federal workers impacted by job cuts under the Trump administration.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

6 days ago

NYC politics

Federal workers on DOGE impact during Trump's first 100 days: 'We want to come back to work'

The DOGE initiative has severely affected thousands of workers and agencies, leading to widespread protests and discontent among public sector employees.

more#trump-administration

Remote teams

Tim Kaine Warns Federal Employees Against Taking Trump's Buyout' Offer: Do Not Be Fooled!'

Senator Kaine urges federal workers not to accept Trump's buyout deal, asserting it is unauthorized and potentially detrimental to their employment.

Retirement

I'm a federally employed military spouse and feel forced into retirement. It's making me sad that I voted for Trump.

A military spouse feels forced into early retirement due to financial constraints and hiring freezes, reflecting disappointment in political support.

Tech industry

Federal jobs aren't so hot anymore for recent grads

Federal job applications dropped 40% following executive orders, while state and local job interest increased over 30%.

Privacy professionals

fromNextgov.com

Ex-feds launch websites to help unemployed civil servants find new jobs

FormerGov.com helps former civil servants find jobs post-government employment.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Rubio unveils first stage of major State Department overhaul

The US State Department is undergoing a major reorganization, eliminating offices and cutting positions to improve efficiency.

2 weeks ago

NYC parents

What to Know About Visiting National Parks This Summer, From Acadia to Zion

The National Park Service faces severe staffing shortages, impacting services and visitor experiences during the busy vacation season.

fromThe Verge

Privacy professionals

CFPB workers are reinstated after a court order, but many still can't work

The CFOB has enforced a court order to reinstate terminated employees, but many are still not able to resume work.

SF politics

Government Watchdog Ends Fight to Keep His Job After Trump Firing

Hampton Dellinger ended his tenure as head of the Office of Special Counsel following President Trump's effort to remove him.

IRS expected to fire 6,700 employees beginning Thursday

The IRS plans to fire 6,700 employees, primarily affecting probationary staff, causing significant concern across the agency.

Washington Nationals

fromGovernment Executive

NTEU leaders vow to fight amid IRS return-to-office mandate

NTEU vows to oppose IRS's plan to return employees to in-person work amid concerns over job cuts.

IRS management intends to end telework, prompting NTEU's commitment to defending worker rights.

Retirement

fromNextgov.com

IRS expected to fire 6,700 employees beginning Thursday

The IRS plans to fire 6,700 employees, primarily affecting probationary staff, causing significant concern across the agency.

Washington Nationals

fromGovernment Executive

NTEU leaders vow to fight amid IRS return-to-office mandate

NTEU vows to oppose IRS's plan to return employees to in-person work amid concerns over job cuts.

IRS management intends to end telework, prompting NTEU's commitment to defending worker rights.

Opinion | Forget 'return to office,' Mr. President. This is the pro-baby way to go.

Flexibility in the workplace can lead to increased family formation and higher birth rates.

#elon-musk

Trump to address Congress as policy decisions divide nation US politics live

Mass layoffs of US government workers with top security clearances by Elon Musk did not include standard exit briefings, raising security concerns.

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.

Trump to address Congress as policy decisions divide nation US politics live

Mass layoffs of US government workers with top security clearances by Elon Musk did not include standard exit briefings, raising security concerns.

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.

more#elon-musk

Non-profit organizations

Hundreds Are Said to Resign From NOAA

NOAA experiences significant staff turnover after recent firings, impacting its climate research capabilities and budget operations.

Law

fromWKU Public Radio | The Public Radio Service of Western Kentucky University

Judge Strikes Down DOGE-Led Memo Directing Mass Firing of Federal Employees: Illegal' and Must Be Rescinded'

A federal judge ruled against OPM's memo on mass firings, stating it lacked authority over other agencies' hiring and firing decisions.

'An opportunity': How one federal agency is advising employees to respond to Elon Musk's work productivity email

Federal agencies differ on how to handle OPM's request for workers to list accomplishments, with SSA urging compliance and DOD advising against it.

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Remote teams

Trump wants to cut the federal workforce. Who they are and what that means

The federal workforce is vast and impacts many parts of the country beyond just Washington, D.C.

Miscellaneous

Federal Workers Organize to Counter "Deferred Resignation" Memo - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Federal workers are mobilizing against a government memo urging resignations amid warnings of massive layoffs.

Digital life

How Many Federal Worker Resignations Would Be a Lot?

The deferred resignation package's impact on federal worker turnover is overestimated, with only 3% opting to resign thus far.

Deliverability

fromWKU Public Radio | The Public Radio Service of Western Kentucky University

'An opportunity': How one federal agency is advising employees to respond to Elon Musk's work productivity email

Federal agencies differ on how to handle OPM's request for workers to list accomplishments, with SSA urging compliance and DOD advising against it.

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Remote teams

Trump wants to cut the federal workforce. Who they are and what that means

The federal workforce is vast and impacts many parts of the country beyond just Washington, D.C.

Miscellaneous

Federal Workers Organize to Counter "Deferred Resignation" Memo - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Federal workers are mobilizing against a government memo urging resignations amid warnings of massive layoffs.

Digital life

How Many Federal Worker Resignations Would Be a Lot?

The deferred resignation package's impact on federal worker turnover is overestimated, with only 3% opting to resign thus far.

more#federal-workforce

#remote-work

fromKALW

Remote teams

Oakland city government ends remote work program

Oakland is requiring government workers to return to the office four days a week as the remote work program ends.

fromSTLtoday.com

Remote teams

Missouri governor calls remote state workers back to offices

Gov. Mike Kehoe mandates state employees return to office despite concerns about workspace availability.

fromNBC4 Washington

Remote teams

FAQ: How Trump's remote work order affects federal employees

Trump's executive order mandates the return of federal workers to in-person work, limiting remote work options.

fromKALW

Remote teams

Oakland city government ends remote work program

Oakland is requiring government workers to return to the office four days a week as the remote work program ends.

fromSTLtoday.com

Remote teams

Missouri governor calls remote state workers back to offices

Gov. Mike Kehoe mandates state employees return to office despite concerns about workspace availability.

fromNBC4 Washington

Remote teams

FAQ: How Trump's remote work order affects federal employees

Trump's executive order mandates the return of federal workers to in-person work, limiting remote work options.

more#remote-work

Writing

I burned out and quit my government job after 16 years. The cost of staying was higher than the price of leaving.

Overworking in a government job led Kelly Campbell to burnout before she sought a change.

Remote teams

Trump administration adds fine print to "Fork" resignation offer, deepening confusion

Federal employees face confusion over new resignation offer terms and conditions before the Feb. 6 deadline.