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Workers Fight Back After Being Fired for Their Beliefs

January 7, 2026

Federal employees who believe they were wrongly fired for their political views are now taking their fight to the courts. They are asking judges and an independent body that handles federal worker disputes to decide if their First Amendment and civil service protections were violated. The cases fil

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Federal Judge Halts Mass Layoffs, Citing Recent Law

December 18, 2025

A recent court decision has put a stop to planned layoffs at several U. S. government agencies. Judge Susan Illston ruled that the Trump administration's plans to cut jobs at the State Department, Education Department, Defense Department, General Services Administration, and Small Business Administr

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When Politics Shut Down the Government: A Look at the Chaos

November 13, 2025

The U. S. government shutdown in October was a mess. It all started when the Senate said no to funding plans from both Republicans and Democrats. This was the first shutdown in six years, and it hit hard. About 67, 000 workers were sent home without pay, while another 730, 000 had to keep working wi

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The Price Tag of the U. S. Government Shutdown

October 29, 2025

The U. S. government shutdown is taking a heavy toll on the economy. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has revealed that the shutdown is costing the country around $7 billion each month. This loss won't be recovered even after the government resumes operations. The CBO shared these findings in

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Food Help in Danger: Why the Government Shutdown Hits Hard

October 28, 2025

The government shutdown is now in its 28th day, making it the second-longest in history. Soon, about 42 million Americans will lose their food help. This is a big deal because these people really need this support to eat. America is known for taking care of its people. It's part of who we are. But

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Paychecks in Peril: Government Workers Face Uncertainty Amid Shutdown

October 7, 2025

The White House is stirring up trouble with a new idea: maybe furloughed workers shouldn't get paid for days they didn't work during the government shutdown. This thought comes from a draft memo, but it's not clear if anyone is seriously considering it. This idea is a big deal. It goes against what

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Federal Employees in Limbo: Uncertainty and Anxiety Loom

September 27, 2025

Federal employees across the United States are grappling with a wave of uncertainty as a potential government shutdown looms. The anxiety is palpable, with many workers feeling abandoned and disrespected. The White House has directed agencies to prepare for possible layoffs, adding to the stress. M

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Federal Workers Can Now Talk About Faith at Work

July 30, 2025

The Trump administration has given federal employees the green light to discuss their religious beliefs at work. This includes trying to convince colleagues about their faith, as long as it's not harassing. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) sent a memo to federal agencies, stating that worker

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Fired Federal Workers Get a Break: Judge Steps In

March 13, 2025

A federal judge recently made a big decision. He told the government to give their jobs back to thousands of workers who were fired. These workers were on probation and worked for different government agencies. The judge said the government didn't follow the rules when they fired these workers. This

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Fired Federal Workers Eyeing Political Futures

March 5, 2025

Federal employees, recently let go due to government downsizing, are exploring political careers. This trend is particularly noticeable among those with probationary status. The recent layoffs have sparked a wave of interest in public office, with many former employees turning to online forums like