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Sep 5, 2025

RIF Updates and What Veterans Need to Know About VA RIF Policies

A RIF is a structured process federal agencies use to reduce their workforce due to budget constraints, agency reorganizations, or decreases in available work.

Sep 4, 2025

Federal Pay Raise 2026: Trump’s Latest Plan with 1% Increase & Law Enforcement Raises

Federal employees across the nation are closely watching the developments around the federal pay raise for 2026.

Sep 4, 2025

VA Announces $52.5 Million Boost to Support Veteran Suicide Prevention

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new round of funding worth approximately $52.5 million to support suicide prevention and emergency clinical services for Veterans at risk.

Sep 3, 2025

Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Planned State Department Layoffs

The U.S. State Department’s sweeping reorganization, which was set to cut thousands of jobs, has been halted after a federal judge broadened a previous injunction to cover the agency’s plans.

Sep 3, 2025

House GOP Narrowly Passes $9.4 B DOGE Cuts Package

When it comes to government spending, politics often revolves around who gets funded, who gets cut, and what message those choices send. On June 12, 2025, House Republicans passed a $9.4 billion rescissions package

Sep 2, 2025

State Department Layoffs Blocked: What’s Been Paused, What Was Reversed, and What’s Still at Risk

Reports of State Department layoffs blocked refer to a mix of legal challenges, internal reviews, and targeted reversals that have slowed or partially undone parts of the department’s July reductions-in-force (RIF).

Aug 29, 2025

ETSNext: The E-Gov Travel Service Program

ETSNext, also known as GO.gov, is the government’s new and modern way to manage travel and expenses for federal employees.

Aug 28, 2025

Federal Pay Raise 2026: President Trump is expected to issue alternative pay plan letter

Federal employees are awaiting clarity on the federal pay raise 2026, and as of now, the outlook is uncertain. President Trump is expected to issue his annual alternative pay plan letter before the end of August.

Aug 26, 2025

TSP Traditional to Roth Conversion

A major update is on the way for federal employees and military service members who save through the Thrift Savings Plan.

Aug 25, 2025

Federal Pay Raise 2026: Freeze, Reforms, and What It Means for Federal Workers

The question on many federal employees’ minds is clear: Will there be a federal pay raise in 2026? Unfortunately, the answer points toward a pay freeze

Aug 25, 2025

5 Best Cities for Military Retirees

Military veterans have long been searching for the best places to plant stronger roots and create a sense of familiarity for themselves and their families.

Aug 22, 2025

State Department Layoffs: What You Need to Know

The U.S. State Department is preparing for potential large-scale layoffs this week, with nearly 1,350 employees expected to be cut on July 11, 2025.

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