If you’re a federal employee, a new ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court may have just changed your job security overnight. On July 8, 2025, the Court lifted a legal block that had been preventing the Trump administration from executing its plan to make sweeping personnel cuts across multiple federal agencies. This decision could clear […]
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In a significant legal setback for the Trump administration, U.S. District Judge James Donato issued a preliminary injunction on June 24, 2025, halting the enforcement of President Trump’s executive order that aimed to end collective bargaining rights for federal employees across 21 agencies . This ruling underscores the judiciary’s role in checking executive actions that
On May 29, 2025, the White House released a sweeping new Merit Hiring Plan that dramatically reshapes how the federal government recruits, assesses, and selects employees. The plan claims to restore efficiency and merit in public service, but critics say it introduces political loyalty tests and raises serious legal questions. Here’s what you need to
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As diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives continue to shape the modern workplace, recent regulatory changes have created a new landscape for both employers and employees. Understanding these new DEI regulations is essential not only for maintaining compliance but also for fostering a fair, inclusive environment that protects legal rights and supports business success. At
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Why Understanding the Grievance Process Matters Filing a grievance as a federal employee can be daunting, but it’s a crucial tool for resolving workplace disputes. Whether you’re dealing with unfair disciplinary actions, unsafe working conditions, or unresolved conflicts, knowing how the grievance process works can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll break down
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In a development affecting federal employment practices, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has revised its guidance concerning the termination of probationary federal employees. This change follows a federal court ruling that questioned the legality of previous mass terminations directed by OPM. Understanding these developments is crucial for federal employees and stakeholders navigating the evolving
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The federal hiring process is undergoing a significant shift under a new executive order signed by President Trump during his latest term. Titled “Reforming the Federal Hiring Process and Restoring Merit to Government Service,” this order restructures how federal agencies recruit, evaluate, and hire employees. While the administration argues that the order will make hiring
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What Is the Federal DEIA Ban? On January 21, 2025, a new executive order—known as Executive Order 14173—was signed, prohibiting private organizations that contract with the federal government from implementing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs as part of their compliance requirements. The order has sparked widespread debate about the future of workplace diversity
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President Trump signed an executive order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The initiative is designed to modernize federal IT systems, enhance agency operations, and improve workplace efficiency. While its stated goals focus on streamlining processes, federal employees may experience shifts in oversight, workplace policies, and legal protections. Here’s what federal employees need to
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In the wake of recent executive orders impacting the federal workforce, many government employees are left questioning their rights, protections, and next steps. At The Spiggle Law Firm, our attorneys—Tom Spiggle and Mike Ludwig—recently discussed these pressing issues, shedding light on what federal employees need to know in this rapidly evolving landscape. Below, we break
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