DHS Intelligence: Workforce Reduction & Restructuring
DHS Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) renews efforts to reduce workforce via deferred resignation program (DRP). Aiming for 500 employees after earlier cuts faced pushback. Restructuring underway.
Federal Workers & Shutdowns: Unemployment Coverage Bill
Bill allows essential federal workers to seek unemployment benefits during shutdowns, repayable upon receiving back pay. VA OIG report reveals disability claim errors, costing millions. Controversy over claim processing speed.
Federal Workers Protest Trump’s Budget & Potential Shutdown
Federal workers protest Trump's budget proposal and potential government shutdown, fearing job losses and agency overhauls. They urge Congress to reject the budget and defend civil liberties.
Government Shutdown: Power Shift & Historic Impoundment
A looming shutdown threatens a historic power shift. OMB aims to bypass Congress, potentially gutting programs and RIFing employees, altering the separation of powers. Major implications ahead. Under the Antideficiency Act, significant changes are expected.
Government Shutdown: Agencies Prepare Mass Layoffs, Furloughs
Federal agencies prep mass layoffs and furloughs amidst shutdown fears. OMB directs agencies to prepare RIFs, escalating funding gap concerns. Schumer slams 'scare tactics'.
Government Shutdown: Impact on Federal Employees & Benefits
Senate blocks funding bill, raising shutdown risks. Federal employees face furlough, but back pay is assured. Health, retirement, and dental/vision benefits are maintained. Impact on paychecks looms. #GovernmentShutdown
Trump Administration Freezes Funding: Shutdown Averted?
The Trump administration froze at least $410B in federal funding, raising shutdown concerns. Democrats oppose partisan resolutions. Key NOAA funding for seaside resilience is at risk of expiring. Impoundment investigations ongoing.