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Special Counsel Charles Baldis @cnbaldis writes in @FedNewsNetwork about OSC's FY 2026 work: a record 363 PPP cases resolved with at least one favorable outcome and 47 whistleblower disclosures referred for investigation, the most since FY 2021.
Read here: federalnewsnetwork.com/comme…
A whistleblower disclosure led to a VA investigation that found admission procedures on the psychiatric unit at the Columbia, Mo., VA hospital were stricter than national policy allows. The hospital confirmed it has revised procedures and trained staff.
🔔 It's a reminder that a whistleblower disclosure doesn't have to be substantiated to make a difference.
OSC's release: osc.gov/news/2026-11-02/whis…
🗳️What can federal employees do on Election Day? Revisit our two-part series: nitter.cf/US_OSC/status/20958790…
For more information, see OSC’s Hatch Act FAQs: osc.gov/services/hatch-act/f… or call the hotline at (202) 804-7002.
#HatchFactFriday #OSCFacts
#HatchFactFriday🗳️Can federal employees work the polls on Election Day? It depends.
In Part 2, we look at Further Restricted employees-and what they can (and can't) do at the polls.
Missed Part 1? Start here: Less Restricted employees➡️ nitter.cf/US_OSC/status/20908377… #HatchAct
Congratulations to the FAA Deputy Federal Air Surgeon, recipient of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel’s 2026 Outstanding Public Servant Award. A powerful reminder that speaking up to protect aviation safety serves us all.
✈️ osc.gov/news/2026-10-14/offi…
💻@US_OSC's hiring a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead IT strategy & oversee cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI integration & tech innovations across the agency🔹4-year term🔹GS-15🔹
💵Salary: $169,279-$197,200/year
➡️Up to $25,000 incentive may be offered
📍Location: Washington, DC
🗓️Apply by October 21, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/88806840
Thousands of tax filings waiting. Years-old guidance. A whistleblower spoke up—and the IRS took action to restore oversight of filings tied to foreign ownership of U.S. real estate.
Read OSC’s release: osc.gov/news/2026-10-08/whis…
OSC reaches settlement in 5 Hatch Act cases involving federal employees with VA, IRS, FBI & State & filed a disciplinary complaint against another (Fed. Protective Service) with MSPB for alleged Hatch Act violations.
Allegations include on-duty political activity, social media posts, political fundraising, or misuse of official authority.
Read more: osc.gov/news/2026-09-30/osc-…
📣OSC is hiring an Attorney-Advisor to join the new Information Law Unit in the Office of General Counsel 🔸GS 11-14🔸 $85,447–$197,093 🔸 Washington, DC
Seeking an experienced attorney to help develop programs implementing FOIA, the Privacy Act, and records management & more.
🗓️Apply by September 25, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/883596600
#HatchFactFriday🗳️Can federal employees work the polls on Election Day? It depends.
In Part 2, we look at Further Restricted employees-and what they can (and can't) do at the polls.
Missed Part 1? Start here: Less Restricted employees➡️ nitter.cf/US_OSC/status/20908377… #HatchAct
🗳️ Can federal employees work at the polls? Yes—but it depends.
Poll work is allowed for Less Restricted employees, but the Hatch Act limits participation in some partisan activities.
Part 1 of #HatchFactFriday breaks it down. 👇
To learn more the Hatch Act and Less Restricted and Further Restricted federal employees: osc.gov/services/hatch-act/f…
#OSCFacts #HatchAct
OSC notified the President that the AbilityOne Commission’s findings on widespread contractor noncompliance aren’t reasonable. Despite uncovering years of policy gaps, poor recordkeeping, inconsistent enforcement, and high noncompliance rates, the Commission still downplayed the allegations.
AbilityOne is vital to creating jobs for people who are blind or have significant disabilities. Strong oversight is essential to protecting that mission and ensuring taxpayer‑funded contracts deliver as Congress intended.
More here: osc.gov/news/2026-08-28/abil…
📣OSC is hiring a Chief for new Information Law Unit in the Office of General Counsel in DC🔸GS 15🔸 $169,279–$197,200
Lead FOIA, Privacy Act, records management & more for experienced info-law attorney w/leadership skills.
🗓️Apply by September 15, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/882053400
🗳️ Can federal employees work at the polls? Yes—but it depends.
Poll work is allowed for Less Restricted employees, but the Hatch Act limits participation in some partisan activities.
Part 1 of #HatchFactFriday breaks it down. 👇
To learn more the Hatch Act and Less Restricted and Further Restricted federal employees: osc.gov/services/hatch-act/f…
#OSCFacts #HatchAct
@US_OSC is pursuing disciplinary action with @USMSPB against two federal employees accused of serious Hatch Act violations - including running for partisan political office and soliciting campaign contributions despite OSC warnings.
Read more ⬇️
osc.gov/news/2026-08-20/osc-…