FEDERAL EMPLOYEES

Jul 30 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Can Now Talk About Faith at Work

The Trump administration has given federal employees the green light to discuss their religious beliefs at work. This includes trying to convince colleagues about their faith, as long as it's not harassing. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) sent a memo to federal agencies, stating that workers have the right to express their religion at work. This includes tal...

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

Fired Federal Workers Get a Break: Judge Steps In

A federal judge recently made a big decision. He told the government to give their jobs back to thousands of workers who were fired. These workers were on probation and worked for different government agencies. The judge said the government didn't follow the rules when they fired these workers. This includes workers from the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Depart...

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

Fired Federal Workers Eyeing Political Futures

Federal employees, recently let go due to government downsizing, are exploring political careers. This trend is particularly noticeable among those with probationary status. The recent layoffs have sparked a wave of interest in public office, with many former employees turning to online forums like Reddit to discuss their newfound political aspirations. One such in...

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Mar 02 2025POLITICS

Weekly Work Check-In: A New Wave of Government Emails

In a surprising move, federal employees across the U. S. received a second round of emails requesting a summary of their weekly tasks. This push for accountability comes from the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk. The emails, sent by the U. S. Office of Personnel Management, ask workers to list five achievements from the past week. This initiative...

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Tech Whizzes Quit Over Musk's Government Shake-Up

In a surprising turn of events, over 20 tech-savvy federal employees decided to call it quits. They were part of the Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk. These folks were not happy about being asked to use their skills to cut down on important public services. These employees had a strong sense of duty. They had previously worked for bi...

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Feb 23 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Face Unusual Demand

Elon Musk, a well-known billionaire, recently stirred up controversy by demanding federal employees justify their work. He posted on his social media platform X, stating that federal workers must explain their accomplishments from the past week or face resignation. This demand came as a surprise to many, as federal employees were already receiving emails from the Off...

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's DOGE Faces Legal Hurdles

Judge Tanya Chutkan has expressed doubts about issuing a broad restraining order against Elon Musk and his cost-cutting initiative, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The judge is cautious about acting on news reports alone and has questioned the evidence presented by the 14 states involved in the lawsuit. The lawsuit, filed by 14 states, aims to challe...

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Feb 18 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's DOGE: A Wild Ride Through Federal Agencies

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire, found himself in hot water recently as a federal judge scrutinized his role in a controversial government initiative. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Musk, has been tasked with trimming the federal workforce and axing programs deemed unfavorable by the administration. The judge, Tanya Chutkan, was not convinced ...

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Big Decision and Fighting Talk Ahead for Federal Employees

Over in the Pacific Northwest, a federal employee is at a crossroads. The big question: should they quit their job and take a tempting offer? This worker wants to say goodbye and head overseas. The twist? The offer that is pressing on them. The offer, cooked up by one-eyed Musk is highly tempting. Several months' worth of pay before stepping away fr...

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Trump's Shocking Buyout Bluff: A Wild Ride for Education Department Staff

Imagine being offered a deal that sounds too good. That's exactly what happened to federal workers at the Education Department. They were told they could keep getting paid until September if they quit by a certain date. The Trump administration wants to shrink the government by convincing 10% of workers to leave. But here’s the catch: The deal might not be as solid a...

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