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Trump urges House to vote quickly to end partial government shutdown
Voting could begin as soon as Tuesday, which would be day four of the partial shutdown. The Pentagon, among other agencies, saw its funding lapse Saturday.
Advanced analytics key to fighting unemployment insurance fraud
The Labor Dept. inspector general estimates that fraudsters may have stolen $45.6 billion from the unemployment insurance program during the pandemic.
By Carl Hammersburg
A decade later, victory for foreign service workers with disabilities
A years-long battle to change medical clearances at the Foreign Service results in a win for more inclusive policy.
Debt ceiling: 2011 showdown leaves lessons for Biden, GOP
The Treasury Department has notified Congress that it’s time to again raise the nation’s debt ceiling, now at $31 trillion.
Should I hold off retirement to ensure FERS bonus?
The law and regulations say that your FERS annuity would be increased to 1.1 percent if you are at least age 62 and have at least 20 years of service.
By Reg Jones
Dear newbie: Federal leaders share advice for incoming appointees
Starting a new role in the middle of a president’s term can be particularly tough for new appointees. This advice can help.
Why a ban on abortion is always included in annual funding bills
In the end, at some point during closed-door negotiations, Hyde passed during final conference around the 2023 omnibus.
Federal workers seek protections from sexual misconduct at prison
BOP corrections staff say these cases exacerbate longstanding understaffing problems.
On Friday the 13th, debt ceiling looms. What fed retirees should know
Those measures include divesting some payments, such as contributions to federal employees’ retirement plans.
By Fatima Hussein
What’s the best day of the year to retire?
Your annuity will be based on your "high-3," which is based on the average on your basic pay over 78 consecutive pay periods
By Reg Jones