Tag: government affairs
3 articles
Unions Challenge Pentagon's Abrupt End to Collective Bargaining
Two federal employee unions are taking a stand against the Pentagon's sudden move to scrap collective bargaining agreements, asking a judge to restore their rights and hold the Department of Defense accountable to a fair process. The American Federation of Government Employees and the National Federation of Federal Employees argue that Secretary Pete Hegseth's April decision was made without justification or transparency.
Unions Challenge Pentagon's Abrupt End to Collective Bargaining Agreements
The American Federation for Government Employees and the National Federation of Federal Employees are taking the Pentagon to court, challenging Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's sudden move to scrap collective bargaining agreements with just 24 hours' notice. This abrupt decision sparked widespread confusion and misinformation across the country's facilities.
GOP Infighting Derails Defense Bill's Path to Floor Vote
House Republicans faced a major setback as infighting over the defense bill blocked its path to a floor vote, with 14 GOP members defying their party to side with Democrats against a procedural rule. The failed vote now stalls consideration of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.