Entries by Karen Dzierzynski

What is The Financial Impact for Federal Employees Returning to the Office?

What is The Financial Impact for Federal Employees Returning to the Office? ​The financial impact of federal employees returning to the office in 2025 is substantial, affecting both individual workers and government agencies.​WBUR Increased Commuting and Living Expenses Federal employees are facing significant financial burdens due to the return-to-office mandates. Commuting costs have risen, with […]

Federal Contract Oversight Employees Contemplate Resignation Offer, as Agency Faces Layoffs And Mission Realignment 

Federal Contract Oversight Employees Contemplate Resignation Offer, as Agency Faces Layoffs And Mission Realignment  Employees at the Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs had less than two weeks to decide whether to opt into the second round of the deferred resignation program. Labor Department employees who enforce equal opportunity requirements for federal contractors […]

Latest Federal Government Agency RIFs

Latest Federal Government Agency RIFs As of April 14, 2025, the U.S. federal government is undergoing significant reductions in force (RIFs), affecting tens of thousands of employees across multiple agencies. These actions are part of a broader initiative under President Trump’s administration, aimed at downsizing the federal workforce through reorganizations, layoffs, and voluntary separation programs.​Wikipedia+2U.S. […]

Here Are Some Recent Top Financial Headlines  S&P 500 Approaches 5,000 Amid Strong Earnings and Economic Growth The S&P 500 is nearing the 5,000-point milestone, driven by robust earnings and a stable bond market. This surge reflects U.S. economic growth exceeding 3%, unemployment below 4%, and annual profit growth over 8%. Federal Reserve and European […]