OPM Launches Hub to Attract Cyber Talent to Government Service
In a memo this week, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) launched a resource hub to aid the government in attracting cyber talent.
Secretary Mayorkas Honors Over 800 DHS Employees for Service
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas paid tribute to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) workforce during the 2022 Secretary’s Awards.
Why Federal LEOs Need Professional Liability Insurance
Accusations can be made by anyone, including criminal offenders, members of the public, co-workers, special interest groups, or members of Congress, among others.
Seven Steps to Financial Independence
What is financial independence? Not having to rely on other people (such as your parents) or lending institutions (such as banks, savings, or loans) for financial security.
Vaccine Mandate for Feds Resumes as 5th Circuit Vacates Preliminary Injunction
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the nationwide preliminary injunction on President Biden’s vaccine mandate for the federal workforce, determining the district court lacked jurisdiction.
The Importance of Mindset in Policing | TEDxTacoma
Behavioral prescriptions, revised legal mandates, and technological applications each have limited ability to affect the law enforcement culture in meaningful ways.
The Future of Virtual and Hybrid Events
COVID-19 ushered in a shift from physical events to the rapidly evolving digital environment. This week on FEDtalk, we remenise to the period of grasping at straws and the future of virtual events.
Person’s Presence in Suspect Building Insufficient for a Terry Stop, Seventh Circuit
A person’s presence in the same building with some potential connection to a fugitive fails to establish “particularized suspicion” to warrant a Terry stop, the Seventh Circuit held last week.
First Russian Oligarch Charged with Violating U.S. Sanctions
The Justice Department unsealed an indictment Wednesday revealing the first oligarch to be charged with a sanction’s violation in the wake of Russia's war against Ukraine.
USCIS Details Hiring, Workforce Plans During Congressional Hearing
U.S. Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Ur Jaddou stated that an increase in appropriations would enable the agency to address its backlog and expanding duties.
Naval Ops Chief Urges Defense Contractors to Hire Refugees
Chief of Naval Operations at the Defense Department Admiral (Adm.) Mike Gilday has recommended U.S. defense contractors with a shortage of skilled workers hire Ukrainian and Afghan refugees.
New Bureau at State to Prioritize National Security in Cyberspace, Emerging Technologies
National security in the cyberspace domain is the top priority of the State Department's newly established Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP), which began operations April 4, 2022.
Protecting Our Nation's Children | USSS & NCMEC
Each year, Special Agents take programs to schools and communities around the country and empower children to make safer choices.
Ensuring Law Enforcement Has the Tools to Combat Dangerous Drugs
In serving as a resource for Congress to hear the perspective and needs of law enforcement, NAAUSA impacts the community by ensuring laws are written correctly and attainably.
White House Releases Proposed Budget for FY 2023, 4.6% Pay Raise for Federal Employees
President Biden has announced a $5.8 trillion budget proposal for fiscal year (FY) 2023 that aims to give every Cabinet department a budget increase.
Tackling the Life Insurance Gender Equity Gap
This week, FEDtalk is drawing attention to an often neglected issue: the life insurance gender gap. Join as we discuss life insurance considerations, access to coverage, and the future of benefits.
DOJ Joins Whistleblower Lawsuit Against Electronic Health Records Vendor
The Justice Department has filed notice of its intention to join a lawsuit accusing electronic health records (EHR) software vendor of violating the False Claims Act (31 U.S. Code § 3729).
Homicide Victims’ Rights Bill Passes House
The House of Representatives passed the Homicide Victims’ Families’ Rights Act (H.R. 3359) this week with a vote of 406-20. The bill now goes to the Senate next for consideration.
Individual Charged in $1.1 million Fraudulent Unemployment Insurance Scheme
Federal agents arrested Terence Aubrey Larker this week following an alleged unemployment insurance fraud scheme that netted more than a million dollars.
Special Agent Through the Coffers | IRS-CI
Get an inside look at what it's like to work for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a Special Agent on a diverse team that mirrors the American public.