Workforce
GovExec Daily: Federal Employees, the Hatch Act and Protests
Sarah Martin, who represents employees in discrimination and whistleblower cases, joins the podcast to talk about how feds can stay within the bounds of the law.
Workforce
Yes, Federal Employees Have the Right to Protest
Here's what feds should know before heading to the streets.
Workforce
What Feds Teleworking During the Pandemic Need to Know About Complying With the Hatch Act
Special counsel releases guidance on what counts as “on duty” while working from home, and what not to do during video conferences.
Management
Union Asks Judge to Suspend Guidance Limiting Discussion of Impeachment in Federal Offices
AFGE argues the 2018 Office of Special Counsel Hatch Act guidance infringes on federal workers' First Amendment rights.
Oversight
Energy Dept. Hatch Act Violator Agrees to Resign and Leave Government for at Least 3 Years
The employee gave a congressional candidate special access to a radioactive waste treatment plant despite warnings this would violate ban on political activity while working.
Oversight
Special Counsel: Fed Gave Unauthorized Tour to Political Candidate
"The employee unilaterally used her official authority to further a political campaign," Hatch Act complaint says.
Oversight
Special Counsel Temporarily Suspends Knowing Hatch Act Violators Without Pay
The two Defense Logistics Agency employees were aware of the law limiting political activity and in one case had received extensive training.
Oversight
Former Immigration Judge Punished for Hatch Act Violations
Merit Systems Protection Board imposes a $1,000 fine and 30-month debarment from federal service.
Management
Complying with the Hatch Act Isn’t That Difficult
Here’s what federal employees need to know.
Oversight
Union Sues to Give Federal Employees the Right to Talk ‘Impeachment’ and 'Resistance'
The American Federation of Government Employees argues the Office of Special Counsel violated the First Amendment with guidance on using those terms.
Workforce
Former FBI Agent Peter Strzok’s Lawsuit Highlights a Gray Area in the Hatch Act
The act does not address the use of government cell phones to send political text messages.
Oversight
Special Counsel Defends Career Staff as Panel Subpoenas Trump Counselor Over Hatch Act Violations
Kellyanne Conway’s no-show at a House hearing prompts partisan-tinged questioning of Special Counsel Henry Kerner.
Oversight
There's Plenty of Precedent for Feds Facing Discipline and Removal for Hatch Act Violations
Trump says he will not fire Kellyanne Conway after White House calls OSC recommendation "unprecedented."
Oversight
Special Counsel Calls for Firing of Kellyanne Conway to Enforce Hatch Act
White House responds with attack on independent agency’s process and role.
Defense
Acting Defense Chief Reminds Rank and File to Steer Clear of Politics
Following recent controversies, Patrick Shanahan cites the Hatch Act and a department directive prohibiting certain partisan activities.
Oversight
Presidential Counselor Again Risks Hatch Act Violations
Conway’s White House driveway comments on Democratic candidate Biden draw scrutiny.
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