Federal Employee Support and Information
This Page has been started to track the different information in support of Federal Employees during the Emerging Threats to the Federal Employees. Employees will be able to track the different issues here.
NARFE continues to provide support related to the Emerging Threats to the Federal Employees at NARFE page.
Posted March 31, 2025
Federal employees are facing unprecedented challenges that threaten the integrity of the civil service. From efforts to politicize the federal workforce to unauthorized access to personal data, these threats are real—and the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association is taking action to protect your career. Article from FEDWeek.
The Office of Personnel Management is looking to expand the reasons federal employees can be found unfit for their jobs, while also heightening its own authority in deciding whether federal employees should be fired based on suitability standards. Article by Federal News Network.
Many fired probationary employees are still in limbo as they remain on administrative leave, awaiting further instructions from their agencies on returning to work. Article by Federal News Network.
Posted Mar 5, 2025 – The following was posted by Anthony Cardillo, Former Chief of the Dallas Field Officer, U.S. Officer of Special Counsel, Dallas, TX on FEDHub Open Forum this morning. Subject of the Post: Terminated and Removed Federal Employees
If you were a probationary federal employee, and believe you have been wrongfully terminated, you can file a complaint with the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC). Here is the link to the complaint form.
If you were a career federal employee and believe you have been wrongfully removed from federal service, you may be able to file an appeal with the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). Here is the link to how to file an appeal with the MSPB.
Posted Feb 25, 2025 – Article by the Government Executive dated February 24, 2025 by Eric Katz
Senior Correspondent – Oversight agency finds Trump’s federal worker firings unlawful, asks for some employees to be reinstated
The findings could have sweeping impacts for the tens of thousands of recently dismissed workers.
Posted Feb 24, 2025 – NARFE Secures Critical Victory to Block Unauthorized Access to Personal Data of Federal Employees and Retirees.
Posted Feb 22, 2025 – What happens to my insurance when you leave the federal government?
Most of your benefits can be continued in retirement — if certain conditions are met. Article by Tammy Flanagan, Feb 20, 2025.
Posted Feb 20, 2025 – Many federal employees live paycheck to paycheck and have not had an opportunity to plan and prepare for a job loss. If this is you, the Chapter 0304 October 2024 Newsletter (posted on Federation Website Newsletter page – Sign in to read), in preparation for a possible shutdown, included an article about foodbanks in areas where chapter members reside. It also included information on the United Way assistance.
Posted Feb 15, 2025 – Retirement: How to navigate the current chaos amid “deferred resignation” turmoil, federal workers are in uncharted territory. Here’s a little guidance. By Tammy Flanagan, Retirement Counseling and Training.
Posted Feb 12, 2025 – In response to President Donald Trump’s latest executive order, “Implementing the President’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)’ Workforce Optimization Initiative,” NARFE National President William “Bill” Shackelford issued the following statement.
Posted Feb 7, 2025 – NARFE, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees of the United States of America, leads the fight against illegal assaults on Civil Service protections. NARFE has a long tradition of defending the earned benefits of federal employees and annuitants, and now protects democracy itself. A lawsuit was filed today by NARFE and the Government Accountability Project “challenging the Trump Administration’s attempt to dismantle a cornerstone of American democracy: a federal civil service rooted in merit and integrity.”
Upcoming Webinars on related subjects:
NARFE Webinars are available such as the following which are found at: Federal Benefit Institute.
- Know Your Rights and Obligations Following Trump Executive Orders
- Stay or Go: Considering the “Deferred Resignation” Offer, Retirement Options, and Potential Options
- Advocacy Priorities Amid Emerging Threats and Historic Success