General News

Since the beginning of February, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been under the eye of the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). As the administration looks for overspending, various aid programs within USAID have been paused or stopped. Throughout February, thousands of employees were going to be placed on administrative leave until a federal judge stopped the order at the last minute. This uncertainty has left thousands of people’s livelihood hanging in the balance. Other agencies and programs, like the EPA and DEI initiatives, have already placed their employees on administrative leave. And while administrative leave is paid, it’s unclear when it would run out, leaving a lot of employees vulnerable. With so many federal employees being removed or encouraged to leave their positions with benefits like VERA and Deferred Resignation, USAID employees can expect more changes on the way.

After weeks of reshaping the federal workforce with RIFs, VERA, and layoffs, DOGE has now turned its focus to the IRS and will reportedly fire around 6,000 employees across the nation. Similar to other agencies, like the EPA, these firings will mostly target employees still in their probationary period since they have fewer workplace protections, though it could impact others too. We’ve heard from hundreds of federal workers, and we understand their concerns. They’re watching thousands of others suddenly find themselves without jobs, and are worried they might be next to be eliminated. We take these concerns seriously, and we’ve collected a list of ways you can protect yourself – especially if you’re a probationary employee.

Whether it’s because of the end of telework, the return of Schedule F, the offer of Deferred Resignation, or the push for DOGE initiatives like updated tech in the office, applications are on the rise. And these changes are likely coming ahead of more layoffs, reductions in force, and VERA-like initiatives. Accumulating applications can make life extra difficult for employees waiting on an approval; their lives are put on hold, keeping them from finding the medical care they need, prioritizing their health, and getting back to daily life with family and friends.

Thinking about Deferred Resignation but not sure if it’s the right choice? You’re not alone – the decision can feel overwhelming, and we’ve been getting lots of questions about it. To make things easier, we’ve put together a simple Q&A with the answers you need to help you decide what’s best for you.

Since his first day in office, President Trump has been signing executive orders, memos, and plans to reshape the federal workforce, all aimed at creating a more efficient government. So far, this has meant reducing the number of workers and updating old tech that clogs up processes. Things are changing quickly, so here’s a regularly updated guide on the most relevant issues for federal employees.

Since Trump took office in January, the Department of Government Efficiency, commonly known as DOGE has been at work to cut back on federal waste. Whether it was the offer of deferred resignation, voluntary early retirement incentive payments (VERAs) and other early...

If you’re a federal employee, you’ve likely heard of the Trump administration’s new buyout offer called Deferred Resignation, which would allow federal workers who resign by February 6 to continue getting paid through September 30, 2025. But before you decide what to do, it’s important to understand how Deferred Resignation could impact your long-term benefits—especially if you’re dealing with an injury or illness that makes work challenging.