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Cut through the jargon and get the clarity you need to stay a step ahead of agency politics. Each article unpacks new policy shifts, court rulings, and workplace trends, then turns them into actionable tactics—so you can head off discipline, invoke EEO or whistleblower protections with confidence, and keep your documentation airtight. We also archive our most popular social-media explainer threads here, giving you the same insights followed by more than 150,000 people online even if you never scroll on those sites. Read, prepare, and keep your federal career firmly in your control.
A major legal battle is unfolding that could directly impact the independence of federal agencies and the rights of federal employees. The Supreme Court is reviewing the sudden removal of Hampton Dell...
If you’ve recently been fired during what your agency called your probationary period, don’t assume you have no recourse. Every year, thousands of federal employees are let go under the assumption tha...
Today, as we reflect on President’s Day, let’s remember what the founders of our democracy truly believed in—a government that serves the people, not just one person. George Washington could have rule...
If you’re a federal employee, the recent wave of mass layoffs—particularly among probationary employees—might have you feeling uneasy about your job security. News of key nuclear safety workers being ...
Losing your federal job during probation can feel like the end of the road, but it’s important to know that limited rights do not mean no rights. If you’ve been fired, you may still have legal options...
Imagine waking up to find that the people responsible for ensuring the safety and security of our nation's nuclear weapons have been fired—without leadership even realizing their critical roles. Unfor...
A recent controversy surrounding a $400 million government contract highlights a growing concern: the need for strong civil service protections. While the details of the contract may still be unfoldin...
A new legal battle is unfolding, one that could change the way executive power operates in America. Fourteen states have filed a lawsuit arguing that Elon Musk’s authority within the so-called Departm...
If you were caught in the nightmare traffic jam at Washington Navy Yard this week—or just shaking your head at yet another government miscalculation—you’re not alone. The recent return-to-office ma...
If you’ve been following the latest developments with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you know how unpredictable federal employment policies can be. Recently, thousands of federal employees ...
If you’re a federal employee following the latest policy changes, you’ve likely heard about the deferred resignations plan and the ongoing legal challenge. A federal judge has temporarily paused the F...
Lately, you may have heard legal scholars sounding the alarm about a potential constitutional crisis. With executive actions freezing federal budgets, challenging birthright citizenship, and defying l...
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