Silberman’s Concurrence Offers FTCA Alternative Remedy Against Extending Bivens
Senior Circuit Judge Laurence Silberman for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia issued a separate opinion arguing for another path to reject future Bivens claims.
Salute America’s Civil Servants at FEDcon22
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) hosts FEDcon22, a one-of-a-kind forum celebrating dedicated civil servants between August 21-23, 2022.
Seven-Year Prison Sentence for Leading Charge Against Law Enforcement at Insurrection
This week, U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich sentenced Guy Wesley Reffitt to seven years and three months in prison for his actions in the January 6 attack on the Capitol.
DSS Hosts Special Forces Soldiers in Training Exercise
Special Forces soldiers participated in a joint exercise with Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) special agents on the high-threat Advanced Tactics, Leadership and Skills (ATLAS) course.
Senate Passes Six Bills in Support of Law Enforcement, First Responders
This week, a unanimous Senate passed six bills in support of law enforcement officers and their families, providing additional mental health support, as well as resources and training.
Stalled Senate Appropriations Talks Pose Inevitability of a Continuing Resolution
As Senate lawmakers remain divided on top-line funding levels, reports indicate that a continuing resolution (CR), or government shutdown is inevitable.
Seventh Circuit Finds Terry Stop at Gunpoint Warranted by Circumstances
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit recently held that conducting a stop and frisk at gunpoint was reasonable based on officers’ observations of a suspect’s conduct.
POTUS Unveils Safer America Plan as White House Drug Control Office Honors Agency Efforts
Last week, President Joseph Biden unveiled his Safer America Plan, an initiative to disrupt drug trafficking, reduce law enforcement burdens, and invest in community-based programs.
Education Department Announces Major Public Service Loan Forgiveness Reform
The Biden Administration announced this month a comprehensive overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program—a recruitment policy for the federal workforce—to simplify the process.
Former Financial Aid Director Sentenced for Embezzling Student Funds
A former Director of Financial Aid was sentenced this week to five years in prison for orchestrating a scheme that federal authorities described as a “monumental betrayal of the public trust.”
CBP, USCG Operation Rescues 23 Migrants from Sinking Vessel
Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) agents extricated 23 people from a boat dangerously close to sinking south of Marathon, Florida.
Behind the Artifact: President's Daily Brief
Learn how the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) prepares the most critical and classified document to come out of the United States and explore the history of the President's Daily Brief.
The Scrutiny That All Federal Law Enforcement Officers Face
Whether it's praise from the public or scrutiny for an action taken while on the job, federal law enforcement officers often find themselves in the public spotlight just by the nature of their job.
Ethical Uses of AI with the Federal Government
Using predictions and recommendations, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has the power to elevate the citizen experience while reducing government burdens.
A Conversation with the MSPB Ahead of National Whistleblower Appreciation Day
On FEDtalk, we welcome Cathy Harris, Raymond Limon, and Tristan Leavitt of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) to discuss agency plans to protect whistleblowers and address the case backlog.
DHS Launches New Health Security Office Amid Concerns of Chemical, Biological Detection Capability
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) launched its Office of Health Security to streamline workforce and custodial healthcare.
OMB Reports Budget Details for the First Time Via Congressionally Mandated Portal
Congress and the general public have access to critical federal funding decisions for the first time through the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) new public apportionment database.
FLETC Seeks Counsel on Barriers Women Face in Leadership, Recruiting
The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) issued a request for information this week to determine what barriers women face in becoming instructors.
Contractor Admits to Rigging Military Contract Bids, Securing Over $17 Million
The Department of Justice announced this week that John “Mark” Leveritt, age 62, pleaded guilty to rigging bids on public military contracts in Texas and Michigan.
A Humanitarian Agency
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Acting Chief Operating Officer Benjamin “Carry” Huffman discusses the agency's efforts to steadfastly provide care to Americans and migrants under the most arduous of conditions.