Pay & Benefits
Congress Looks to Ensure Secret Service Agents Receive Earned Overtime Pay
A pay cap during the busy election season is among many problems at the agency.
Management
Path for Agency Funding Unclear as Congress Begins Lame-Duck Session
Republicans are discussing a short-term measure to give Trump administration more say.
Pay & Benefits
Union Argues Court Should Not Grant OPM’s Motion to Dismiss Hack Lawsuit
In one of two major breach lawsuits, NTEU says government violated hacked feds’ constitutional rights.
Management
There is a Precedent for Trump's Governmentwide Hiring Freeze
The president-elect could follow in Reagan and Carter’s footsteps.
Management
Federal Employee Groups Disappointed but Not Dejected by Trump’s Election
Unions and employees say working with new administration is the best path forward.
Management
Trump Upset Promises Massive Change in Government
The businessman has said he will fire “stupid people” and institute a governmentwide hiring freeze.
Management
Federal Employees Around the Country Mobilize in Support of Preferred Candidates
Unions work to get out the vote in presidential, Senate and House races.
Pay & Benefits
Fewer OPM Hack Victims Must Re-Enroll in Protection Services Than Originally Estimated
Lawmakers express concern provider transition "may create confusion."
Oversight
Ethics Rules Receive First Comprehensive Update in 35 Years
Regulations focus on ethical presidential transitions and onboarding.
Pay & Benefits
Council Vote Would Give Thousands of Feds Bigger Locality Pay Adjustments
It also rejected pleas from 29 areas asking for their own locality rates.
Management
Obama Administration Releases Last-Ditch Effort to Fix Federal Hiring
OPM, OMB want federal supervisors to play active roles in recruiting and assessing candidates.
Pay & Benefits
As Many as 150K OPM Hack Victims Must Re-Enroll to Keep Protection Services
OPM is switching benefit providers after initial contract expires.
Management
Feds Cautioned to 'Remain Vigilant' After Oregon Occupiers Acquitted
In internal memos, agency leaders say they are 'profoundly disappointed' in jury's decision.
Management
Poll: Feds Think Clinton Would Manage Government Better Than Trump
But they don't expect either candidate to run a transparent administration.
Management
Just 65 Percent of Feds Commit to Staying During a Trump Administration
A new survey shows the presidential election will drive some feds out of government.
Management
Clinton Significantly Widens Lead Over Trump Among Federal Employees, Poll Shows
Former secretary of State’s favorability has improved significantly, while Trump’s has worsened.
Pay & Benefits
Every Day, 24K Federal Retirees Reach a Busy Signal on OPM's Toll-Free Line
Callers often reach busy signals or are ignored, report finds.
Management
Wildlife Agency Paid a Steep Price for Armed Occupation: $6.3 Million
Ten months later, two facilities remain closed.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Employees Are Donating Almost Exclusively to Hillary Clinton
Of the $2 million contributed from employees at 14 agencies, just 5 percent went to Trump.
Oversight