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Is Title VII Really “Colorblind”? What the Law Requires
Federal employees are hearing a new phrase surface in official discourse: that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is “colorblind.” At first glance, that idea may sound reassuring—fa...
OPM’s Push for Forced Performance Ratings Explained
Federal employees are getting an early warning about a major shift in how performance may be evaluated in the FY 2026 appraisal cycle. According to statements from OPM Director Sco...
A Year-End and Year Ahead Report for Federal Employees
As the year closes, many federal employees are not feeling celebratory. Investigations linger, disciplinary proposals land without warning, and workplace rules continue to shift. A...
VA’s Non-Citizen Workforce Sweep: Legal and Workplace Risks
A leaked VA memo has triggered understandable alarm: by December 30, every VA facility must submit a list of all non-U.S. citizens “employed by or affiliated with” the department. ...
Presidential Power vs. Civil Rights: What Nemer v. Bondi Means for Federal Employees
A new lawsuit—Nemer v. Bondi—is raising a question most federal employees never thought they’d have to ask: Can a President legally fire you even if the motive is discriminatory? T...
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