AFGE joined lawmakers at Capitol Hill to support a discharge petition for H.R. 2550, aiming to overturn Trump’s executive order and restore collective‑bargaining rights for nearly one million federal employees.

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A new executive order creates "Schedule G," a class of federal employees in policy roles who are stripped of their civil service protections and can be dismissed at the end of a presidential term.
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NASA employees warn cuts threaten safety, advancement A letter released Monday from more than 150 NASA employees urged agency officials not to make deep budgetary cuts proposed by the White House, saying they would have “dire” consequences. “We are…

More than 150 NASA employees, with hundreds more remaining anonymous, signed a letter warning that proposed budget cuts threaten human safety and scientific advancement.
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HHS finalizes ‘portion’ of employee layoffs following Supreme Court ruling - Maryland Matters Many Health and Human Services workers who got layoff notices in April are now officially separated from the agency, according to an internal email Monday, a week after the Supreme Court said…

HHS moves forward with employee layoffs after Supreme Court ruling, continuing departmental restructuring efforts.
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More than 13,400 feds submit retirement paperwork in June In all, 70,351 employees retired in the first six months of 2025 as compared to 56,756 employees who left federal service during the first six months of 2024.

Over 13,400 federal employees submitted retirement paperwork in June, signaling ongoing uncertainty and workforce reductions.
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White House braces for legal battles over federal workforce reductions following Supreme Court ruling.
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Federal agencies adjust layoff plans after significant staff exodus, raising questions about workforce management.
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Some agencies are walking back planned layoffs, Trump administration says Other agencies are moving forward with RIFs and terminations, but official tells federal court some plans have changed.

Following a Supreme Court decision, the State Department has moved forward with mass layoffs, targeting more than 1,300 Civil and Foreign Service officers.
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EPA announces reorganization and buyouts as part of efforts to streamline operations.
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Campus unions at Harvard push for inclusive governance to safeguard workers and student learning - Times of India News News: Harvard's unions are pushing for a greater role in university governance as the institution faces financial challenges and political scrutiny. They ur

Harvard campus unions call for inclusive governance to protect workers and student learning amidst funding cuts.
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State Department's closure of the Office of Casualty Assistance sparks criticism over inhumane treatment of diplomats' families.
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Photos of US State Department workers getting hugs and applause as they're fired WASHINGTON (AP) — Carrying boxes past signs of thanks for their service, fired State Department workers were hugged and applauded as they left their headquarters for the last time.

Emotional farewells at the State Department as over 1,300 employees are dismissed amid government reorganization.
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VA Backs Down from Massive Layoffs—But Workforce Cuts Continue The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has officially walked back its plan to lay off more than 80,000 employees as part of the Elon Musk-led “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) initiative.

VA Reverses Plan for Mass Layoffs Amid Pressure (AFGE News) Published: July 14, 2025
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Supreme Court allows Trump administration's mass firings at Education Department for now The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to pause a lower court order that required the Department of Education to reinstate nearly 1,400 employees.

Supreme Court Allows Mass Layoffs at Department of Education to Proceed (CBS News) Published: July 14, 2025
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State Department lays off over 1,300 employees under Trump administration plan The State Department is firing over 1,300 employees in line with a dramatic reorganization plan initiated by the Trump administration earlier this year.

State Department Begins Layoffs Following Supreme Court Ruling (Associated Press) Published: July 11, 2025
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State Department to start layoffs in coming days, cutting U.S. staff by 15% The State Department is planning to lay off hundreds of U.S. staff, part of the Trump administration's plan to slash the size of the federal workforce.

Following the Supreme Court's decision, the State Department is set to begin layoffs, aiming to cut its U.S. workforce by approximately 15%. This move is part of the Trump administration's broader reorganization plan. Visit: www.cbsnews.com/news/state-d...
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Federal workers union says it will continue to fight firings after Supreme Court ruling The Supreme Court gave the Trump administration the green light to reorganize agencies and begin the process of mass firings of federal workers. The reductions in force had been on hold for months,…

The Supreme Court approved the administration’s agency overhaul plan, allowing possible mass federal worker firings. AFGE President Everett Kelley told PBS, “This is about retaliation. We’re not backing down.

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Major AFGE Victory: Senate Drops Anti-Worker Measures from Final Big Retaliation Bill, But Fight Is Not Over Thanks to AFGE’s hard work, the Senate dropped all anti-worker provisions AFGE opposed in its final version of the Big Retaliation Bill released June 27

Major AFGE Victory: Senate Drops Anti-Worker Measures from Final Big Retaliation Bill, But Fight Is Not Over
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AFGE Victory: Judge Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Strip Union Rights from a Million Feds
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Mental Wellness Symposium: 6 Critical Reasons to Attend on June 28 - AFGE Local 17 Mental Wellness Symposium in Prince William County offers support for displaced federal workers with trauma care, legal advice, and career resources on June 28.

Upcoming Mental Wellness Symposium Offers Vital Support for Displaced Federal Workers in Prince William County
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VA Healthcare Worker Cuts: Secretary Collins’ Plan Unmasked and Exposed - AFGE Local 17 VA healthcare worker cuts exposed: Secretary Collins tries to downplay plans to slash frontline staff, but the truth can’t be hidden.

VA Healthcare Worker Cuts: Secretary Collins’ Plan Unmasked and Exposed

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Big Retaliation Bill: 3 Minutes to Stop This Harmful Attack on Federal Workers - AFGE Local 17 Stop the Senate GOP’s Big Retaliation Bill that threatens federal workers’ rights and Veterans’ care. Act now—sending a letter takes just 3 minutes.

Big Retaliation Bill: 3 Minutes to Stop This Harmful Attack on Federal Workers
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Executive Order 14284: 9 Alarming Facts Board Attorneys Must Know - AFGE Local 17 Executive Order 14284 reshapes trial periods for BVA attorneys, reducing protections and increasing management’s power to terminate during probation.

Trial Periods for Attorneys at the Board: What Executive Order 14284 Means for You
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June is #PTSDAwarenessMonth. As VA employees, we know firsthand the importance of supporting Veterans and coworkers living with PTSD. Let’s advocate for mental health resources and a safe, supportive workplace.

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On #Juneteenth, we honor the end of slavery in the U.S. and recommit to fighting systemic racism and injustice in all its forms. Union solidarity means standing together for equity and justice.
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Happy #FathersDay to all the dads and father figures in our AFGE Local 17 family! Thank you for your dedication to your families and to the Veterans we serve. #UnionStrong #AFGELocal17 #HappyFathersDay

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay! Let’s work together to build a healthier workplace and a sustainable future. Solidarity means fighting for clean air, water, and safe working conditions for all.
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Judge extends order blocking Trump’s mass federal worker layoffs A federal judge said the president needs to seek congressional cooperation for such widespread changes.

A federal judge has extended an injunction blocking President Trump's plan for mass layoffs and agency reorganization, ruling such actions require congressional approval.

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AFGE’s weekly digest exposes Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal retirement, Medicaid, and food aid to fund tax cuts for the wealthy — and the union’s fight against these attacks.
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