Facing Challenges That Deter Many
It’s not easy to become a Deputy U.S. Marshal because it’s not easy to be a Deputy U.S. Marshal. Every day, we face challenges that would make the average person quit. We like it that way.
Pentagon Implements Expansive Departmental Social Media Policy
Acting Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Gordon Trowbridge issued a new policy outlining how official social media accounts should advance the mission of the U.S. military.
DOJ Announces ATF Ghost Gun Rule is in Effect
The Department of Justice announced Wednesday that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) new frame and receiver rule is now in effect.
Total of 614 Deaths Reported in Federal Custody in FY 2020, 31% Increase from FY 2019
A recent report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) indicated that deaths in federal custody in fiscal year (FY) 2020 rose to its highest level since FY 2016.
Our Mission: Objective Oversight
As a statutorily created independent entity, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) promotes integrity, efficiency, and accountability within the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The Waiting Game: Legislative Successes Are Possible With Persistence
One of our core missions at the National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) is advocacy on behalf of federal employees and annuitants.
FWS, DEA Investigation Leads to 63 Months in Prison for Endangered Wildlife Trafficker
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) began the investigation when local law enforcement agents intercepted a package containing two rhinoceros horns weighing over five kilograms.
House Makes Repeal of Windfall Elimination, Government Pension Offset a Possibility
Last month, the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) reached a new milestone in the House of Representatives: 294 co-sponsors, ensuring a floor vote following the chamber's recess.
Failure to Allege Protected Employee Disclosures Precluded MSPB Jurisdiction
In the recently decided Bishop v. Department of Agriculture, The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) clarified the importance of establishing jurisdiction in whistleblower issues.
Disciplined, Determined & Destined for Excellence
This week on FEDtalk, the Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) join the show to discuss training, leadership development, career building, and the unique obstacles women face.
FBI, DHS Warn Threats Against Federal Law Enforcement, Employees on the Rise
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a joint advisory bulletin noting a spike in threats to federal law enforcement officials.
Safer Federal Workforce Task Force Follows Suit with CDC, Updates COVID-19 Guidance
Earlier this week, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force released new guidance urging agencies to ease some COVID-19 protocols by August 22.
DHS-OIG Finds Fault in Agency Personnel Deployment in Operation Allies Welcome
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released its evaluation of the coordinated efforts’ during Operation Allies Welcome (OAW).
Collaborative National Operation Targeted Sex Traffickers, Recovery of Minors
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced its “Operation Cross Country” initiative helped locate more than 200 victims of human trafficking and related crimes this month thus far.
The Way of the Future: Crime Gun Intelligence Center of Excellence
Introducing the new National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) National Correlation and Training Center II at Wichita State University.
Awareness of the Mission of C.O.P.S. Before Tragedy Strikes
While others may write about legislation or other issues that impact their future operations, Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) continues to put awareness at the forefront of our tasks.
Agencies Can Reissue Disciplinary Actions While Pursuing Appeal of Procedural Loss
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit found lawful an agency’s decision to propose a new termination action while still pursuing its appeal of its first termination action.
Your Next Big Move? Buying a Home!
So, the bank approved the loan, you bought the insurance on your new house—hurricane, flood, earthquake, Godzilla, everything—and you have a steady income. You are young and know you'll be around 58 by the time you finish paying off the loan. What could go wrong?
Recent Trends in Domestic Extremism
Among the greatest challenges facing law enforcement in the United States is the threat posed by far-right domestic extremism, according to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).
Women Leading Women Through Obstacles in Federal Law Enforcement
Women in federal law enforcement have a responsibility to mentor one another, regardless of agency affiliation, race, position, or duty station.