Dear Civil Servant: The “Patriot” in the Cubicle Next Door

This newsletter breaks down OPM’s new hiring memo and a proposed “suitability and fitness” rule that would give the administration broad power to decide who gets to become — or remain — a tenured civil servant.

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Fact Sheets & FAQs

What Is Schedule G?

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On July 17, President Trump issued an Executive Order creating Schedule G. This resource unpacks what we know and what we don’t yet know about this new hiring authority.

Guides & Assistance

Additional RIF Resources

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Additional resources for those federal workers affected by a RIF.

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Fact Sheets & FAQs

You Are Not Alone: A Resource Guide for Civil Servants Affected by the Supreme Court’s RIF Decision

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Resource guide for civil servants affected by the Supreme Court's RIF decision on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025.

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Research & Analysis

Dear Civil Servant: The “Patriot” in the Cubicle Next Door

Protect Democracy

This newsletter breaks down OPM’s new hiring memo and a proposed “suitability and fitness” rule that would give the administration broad power to decide who gets to become — or remain — a tenured civil servant.

Fact Sheets & FAQs

What the RIF just happened?

Protect Democracy

How to understand courts’ rulings pausing RIFs and agency closures

Reductions in Force

Fact Sheets & FAQs

Fact Sheet: OPM Issues Proposed Rulemaking To Implement Forced Distribution of SES Ratings

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Summary of the Trump Administration's proposed rule to limit the percentage of career SES who can receive top ratings.

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