Calling Volunteers for National Police Week at the National Law Enforcement Museum
With National Police Week quickly approaching, friendly and energetic volunteers at the National Law Enforcement Museum are still needed. Receive a free admission ticket as a thank you!
A Well-Deserved Recognition Week to All Public Servants
As a public servant, you can expect the best from your employer this very special week, but it is also an opportunity for you to share your story and why you answered the call to service.
MSPB Finds Army Retaliated Against Whistleblower
The Merit Systems Protection Board holds the Army retaliated against a widow of a service member in it's first precedential decision on whistleblower protection since regaining a quorum.
FBI Director Talks Cyberattacks, Surge in Law Enforcement Fatalities in Rare Interview
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) raised the alarm concerning the escalation of murders in the U.S. this week, pointing to the pandemic and the rise in juvenile crime as factors.
Continued Title 42 Dispute Stalls COVID-19 Relief
Senators Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) and James Lankford (R-OK) introduced last week legislation to ensure the administration has a comprehensive plan in place before lifting Title 42.
New Ethics Rule Allows Federal Employees to Accept $10K in Legal Funds Donations
The Office of Government Ethics (OGE) released a proposed rule this week removing limitations for federal employees who accept donations to pay their legal fees.
Army Expands Policies Concerning Pregnancy, Familial Care
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth signed a directive last week to improve opportunities for soldiers to advance their careers and provide the flexibility to care for growing families.
DOJ Launches Law Enforcement Resource Center
The Justice Department launched an online portal and resource center this week that aims to improve public safety by providing law enforcement with training, research, and expert resources.
School Superintendent Allegedly Made 99 Threats to Police Chief Candidate
A federal grand jury indicted Lynn Clark, former superintendent of a public school district, for making false statements in connection with 99 threats to a Police Chief candidate.
Take Back Day to the 22nd Power
For 22 years, the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day has served as a force to combat the misuse of perscription drugs.
Prosecutors Allege Men Posing as Federal Agents Endangered National Security
Two defendants recently granted pre-trial release in a federal law enforcement impersonation case now face a federal indictment.
OPM Launches CFC Special Solicitation for Ukraine Refugees
In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has initiated a special solicitation period in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).
Supreme Court: Malicious Prosecution Claims Don’t Require Showing Innocence
The Supreme Court held that a plaintiff bringing a claim of malicious prosecution for a Fourth Amendment violation under 42 U.S.C. §1983 only needs to show prosecution ended without a conviction.
DOD Intends to Close Tech Gap as Pentagon Official Resigns, Citing U.S. Tech Edge Deficit
The Department of Defense (DOD) announced plans to close the technological gaps following U.S. Air Force (USAF) Chief Architect Officer Preston Dunlap’s public resignation.
New Bill Addresses ‘Dysfunctional’ Federal Hiring Process
Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Mike Braun (R-IN) introduced last week legislation to overhaul hiring in the federal workforce and proposing to remove recruiting obstacles.
Justice Department Finds Conditions at State Prison Unconstitutional
The Justice Department’s 59-page report concluded that prison officials were ill-equipped to handle violence even with rising concerns about living conditions and staff shortages.
Why We Serve | CBP
Join Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer Wilson Portocarrero as he explains his motivation to join Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and to dedicate his life to their mission.
USPP, USSS to Alter Tactics Following Justice Department Settlement Concerning Racial Justice Protests
The Justice Department announced on Wednesday that the U.S. Park Police (USPP) and U.S. Secret Service (USSS) would clarify their policies governing demonstrations within 30 days.
Administration Cracks Down on Ghost Guns, Biden Announces ATF Nominee
President Joe Biden announced a final rule imposing new restrictions on homemade firearms known as "ghost guns" on Monday.
Federal Taskforce Disrupts Largest Darknet Market, Russian National Indicted on Conspiracy Charges
The Justice Department (DOJ) announced last week that a taskforce of federal law enforcement seized Hydra Market—the world’s largest and longest-running darknet exchange.