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Special Features ‘No greater honor’: Federal retirees proud of public service in survey A desire to serve the public principally motivated many of the more than 530 respondents to pursue a career, long or short, in the federal government. Office reentry pushing feds to job hunt, survey shows Of those who left their government job, more than a third said the ability to work to telework was the deciding factor. New locality rates to boost pay for thousands of federal workers The public-private sector pay gap has widened to 27%, up from 24% last year. Government dress codes? They’re old hat, federal workers say in survey The consensus was that workplace dress has relaxed, if it even changed at all since 2020. Latest Special delivery: USPS to collect donations for local food banks May 11 Your local postal carrier will take canned goods for donation this weekend. Senate defense panel faces uphill battle in ditching debt ceiling caps A bipartisan push to grow the FY25 defense budget beyond the debt ceiling caps faces strong headwinds in the Senate and House. Ask Reg: Can I retire with just five years of civil service? Here’s how long it takes to be vested in the federal retirement system. FDIC fostered ‘misogynistic,’ ‘patriarchal’ workplace, report finds More than 500 workers reported incidents of harassment, discrimination and other issues, a law firm found. Senators wary of VA plans to trim employee numbers VA leaders have said they plan to trim about 10,000 department posts in fiscal year 2025 in an effort to better manage their workforce. How to further strengthen the Defense Production Act It is essential to keep DPA focused exclusively on defense and national security issues, in particular threats from our pacing competitor, China. Ask Reg: What happens to my 6c retirement if I take a different job? 6c retirement is a special system for law enforcement and other hazardous occupations. Medicare, Social Security go-broke dates pushed back by strong economy Medicare’s go-broke date for its hospital insurance trust fund was pushed back five years to 2036, Social Security’s trust funds run into trouble in 2035. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency creating space intel hub While the Joint Mission Management Center is still in the concept phase, NGA is working quickly to get it up and running. US soldier arrested in Russia, Army officials confirm The soldier was reportedly stationed in South Korea and traveled to Russia on his own. Load More Trending Now Federal pay raise would cool under Biden’s 2025 budget request Federal workers, both Democrat and Republican, eager to vote this fall Ask Reg: Can I retire with just five years of civil service? Why the beginning of fiscal year 2024 is in October, not January Can Biden fire US Postmaster General Louis DeJoy? Federal Oversight House defense bill retains spending caps, creates DoD talent officer The draft bill adheres to congressional spending caps, establishes a talent management office and limits nuclear arsenal reductions. By Bryant Harris 4 hours ago Canada wants to boost munitions lines with critical minerals expansion Pentagon seeks to expand special ops authorities for friendly nations Pentagon announces $400 million in Ukraine arms transfers Senate defense panel faces uphill battle in ditching debt ceiling caps Retirement Ask Reg: I want to retire this month. What’s the best day to do it? Here’s some advice on when to retire in a pay period. Ask Reg: Can I retire with just five years of civil service? Here’s how long it takes to be vested in the federal retirement system. Ask Reg: What happens to my 6c retirement if I take a different job? 6c retirement is a special system for law enforcement and other hazardous occupations. FedLife Medicare, Social Security go-broke dates pushed back by strong economy Medicare’s go-broke date for its hospital insurance trust fund was pushed back five years to 2036, Social Security’s trust funds run into trouble in 2035. Ask Reg: Does length of my service affect Social Security retirement? What to know about the Windfall Elimination Provision. Ask Reg: Is military or federal pension more beneficial in retirement? Reg breaks down how to weigh your military and federal pension in retirement. Pay and Benefits Ask Reg: Can I retire with just five years of civil service? Here’s how long it takes to be vested in the federal retirement system. By Reg Jones and Federal Times staff 6 days ago Ask Reg: What happens to my 6c retirement if I take a different job? Medicare, Social Security go-broke dates pushed back by strong economy Ask Reg: Does length of my service affect Social Security retirement? Impact of massive health care cyberattack on vets remains unclear Management Disinformation creates ‘precarious year for democracy,’ experts warn Some of the messaging meant to sow division is reaching veterans and service members by preying on their sense of duty to the U.S. By Nikki Wentling 16 hours ago Federal workers, both Democrat and Republican, eager to vote this fall Watchdog blasts VA for errors leading to $11M in improper bonuses Biden says US won’t supply weapons for Israel to attack Rafah Special delivery: USPS to collect donations for local food banks May 11 AI and IT Disinformation creates ‘precarious year for democracy,’ experts warn Some of the messaging meant to sow division is reaching veterans and service members by preying on their sense of duty to the U.S. By Nikki Wentling 16 hours ago National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency creating space intel hub Impact of massive health care cyberattack on vets remains unclear Danti search engine answers Space Force location questions with images Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers VIDEOS SOF Week highlights and AI-driven fighter jets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 5.11.24 Special forces tech and capabilities were on display at SOF Week in Tampa, and AI takes the controls on an F-16. Plus: new undersea drones. Featured Videos Financial Tips for Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life — Money Minute Want a higher education degree after service? Follow these tips Highlights: Service Members of the Year 2024 awards What tech and gear to special ops troops want? A roundup from SOF Week © 2024 © 2024 Terms of Use Privacy Policy Terms of Service Get Us Newsletters (Opens in new window) RSS Feeds (Opens in new window) Contact Us Advertise General Contacts, Subscription Services Editorial Staff Careers (Opens in new window) ","headlines":{"basic":"SOF Week highlights and AI-driven fighter jets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode...