A federal judge tells government inspectors: Obtain a warrant
Government inspectors, get a warrant. After years of legal battles, including one that reached the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, US District Judge Katyrun Vlatil recently delivered a clear ruling: protecting property and privacy rights is essential. Your home should feel like a sanctuary. For far too long, though, the government has treated it as […]
Former CIA Director John Brennan states he has had no communication with federal authorities during the FBI investigation and is unaware of the reasons for being looked into.
John Brennan on FBI Investigation John Brennan, the former CIA director, has expressed that he feels “uninformed” regarding the criminal investigation the FBI has initiated against him. He mentioned that he has “not been in contact” with federal authorities about it. During an interview with MSNBC’s Nicole Wallace, Brennan stated, “Honestly, I don’t know what’s […]
High Court approves layoffs: Implications for federal workers
After a Supreme Court ruling on Tuesday, federal agencies can move forward with President Trump’s significant layoff initiative. This emergency decision, which passed with an 8-1 vote, lifts a major barrier to Trump’s plan for substantial reductions in federal staffing. However, a series of existing injunctions complicates matters as certain agencies continue to maintain their […]
New information on TSP withdrawals and the viability of social security for federal retirees
Terry Garton: There are several reports to discuss today. Let’s kick things off with an update on Social Security. The Social Security Councillors have shared a new report regarding the health of the Social Security Trust Fund. What stood out to you? Tammy Flanagan: Every year around this time, Social Security actuaries publish their reports. […]
Los Angeles is participating in a federal lawsuit over immigration raids.
Los Angeles to Join Lawsuit Against Trump Administration On Tuesday, leaders in Los Angeles announced the city’s decision to participate in a lawsuit against the Trump administration regarding local immigrant issues. Los Angeles will partner with the American Civil Liberties Union in the legal action, arguing that federal authorities are employing “illegal tactics” to achieve […]
The Proposals for Federal Employee Cuts Dropped From a Major Bill
One big beautiful bill act (HR 1) was signed into law by President Trump on July 4th. This Act consolidated various proposals from earlier drafts aimed at significantly altering retirement benefits for federal employees. Let’s delve into some of the earlier proposals from both House and Senate settlement bills. Proposed cuts from the House bill […]
‘We Will Not Back Down’: Federal Prosecutor States Those Who Attack ICE Agents ‘Will Face Federal Prison’
U.S. Attorney Vows to Indict Attacks on ICE Agents The interim U.S. Attorney for California’s Central District, Bill Essaylie, announced on Wednesday that anyone who assaults Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will be indicted. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, has called for ICE agents to vacate her city, a demand that echoes […]
Sotomayor diverges from Jackson in Supreme Court ruling on reductions to federal jobs
Critics of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court ruling have called on one of her liberal peers to address their disagreements with her stance. Judge Sonia Sotomayor, appointed by former President Barack Obama, expressed her agreement with the court’s 8-1 decision, which allowed for government downsizing. She stated, “I concur with Judge Jackson that the […]
Supreme Court Approves Trump’s Administration’s Reductions to Federal Employment
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to proceed with reducing the federal workforce as a means of government downsizing. In an 8-1 ruling, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was the sole dissent, with the court clarifying that it did not make a determination on the legality of any specific reorganization plans. In addition, […]
Sotomayor disagrees with Jackson regarding Trump’s plan to reduce the federal workforce.
On Tuesday, there were calls from those opposing Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court order for one of her liberal colleagues to publicly express their disagreements with her. Judge Sonia Sotomayor, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama, seemed to agree with a previous decision that President Donald Trump had pushed through. This decision, […]