Trump removes civil-service protections from federal roles
The administration converted thousands of federal civil-service positions into at-will roles. Defense, State, and DHS agencies are among those affected.
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Changes to federal employment status affect job security for thousands of government workers and the stability of policy implementation.
What to watch next
- Monitor Office of Personnel Management guidance and agency implementation memos for specific position lists and timelines.
- Monitor the Federal Register for the formal proposed rule and comment period deadline.
OPM Proposes Changes to Federal Pay and Promotion Rules
The Office of Personnel Management is advancing updates to federal pay structures and promotion processes. A former HR executive cautions that legal constraints must be respected during implementation.