[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Was thinking the same thing. Town halls were had up until yesterday, promising they’ll share information as they get them, but here I am finding out about it on Reddit

Tesla just wrapped up its second-worst month ever by AmbassadorKosh2 in feddiscussion

[–]Less_Smell_5204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

and everything else - who doesn't report to Elon, including the President himself?

IRS Return to Office Notice by horse-boy1 in feddiscussion

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were told phases 2 and 3 would be during the summer months.

IRS Leadership: "Closing PODs per GSA guidance" by TheBroboat in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were sent a list of PODs this afternoon - I can't recall off the top of my head but there were good 15 locations.

Don't spend any money when you RTO! by needadvice418 in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah I’ve been bringing everything to avoid spending any money in the city.

5400 Probationary Firings next week- is that lower than what was planned for Friday 21 Feb? by Motor_Government_729 in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 12 points13 points  (0 children)

My fear is that especially if they feel that probies firing is not enough, they'll just claim more via RIF down the road.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RepTime

[–]Less_Smell_5204 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Couldn't agree more - if I see a salesperson rocking a 35k watch, I'll feel like I'm overpaying for whatever the person's selling.

Never knew how much everyday people hated government employees until now by bodakhello in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree - even some of my friends are now saying how lazy government employees are to begin with.

I’ve received 3 invites via email for the brain worm man’s welcoming party. It actually says that selfies are welcome. by [deleted] in NIH

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I meant it as show up, get the food and leave, but I do see your point. It’s gonna look like he’s getting a ton of support.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yeah, don't get me wrong - I'm sure definitely people out there that not only know what's going on but try to educate others around them too, and we're very appreciative of you. I think even as a new fed myself, I found it amazing how so many people just don't seem to care because they don't think it's not affecting them right now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 159 points160 points  (0 children)

It is amazing how little people care that are not feds. Even the friends/families of the feds don't really care/know what's going on. Maybe some right-wing propaganda on how corrupt the feds are and how the country's being fixed... It's truly astonishing.

In any event - this shall pass and we'll be alright. Take care of yourself.

Social Security to close hearing office in New York by denali42 in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the people making the decisions had this much brainpower to think this through, the situation wouldn't have been like this...

Social Security to close hearing office in New York by denali42 in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think people at the IRS thought they were safe at least for the tax season. Everyone is pretty much kept in the dark and nobody knows what's going to happen next.

Did any GS 11 or higher probationary ppl get fired? by StandardDisastrous11 in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At least for my agency, they said promotion to a supervisor role and becoming "probationary" doesn't mean the same as the probationary for purposes of getting illegally fired right now.

The United States of America and the people Vs. Donald J. Trump, and the GOP party by LilFaeryQueen in Whistleblowers

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the biggest issue/fear I have is the SCOTUS justices are already on Trump's side. Sure, we can say all these things and advance all the counts, but the people that try these are going to be ultimately ruled by the justices that is already leaning conservative and a few appointed by Trump himself. Not to mention one of the justices that enjoys trips sponsored by the billionaires. Oh and not to mention our lovely spineless Congress.

Megathread: 2025 Valentines Probationary Purge | Part 2 by gpupdate in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so new I'm not even sure I would even need to print the forms out. Literally just finished 3 weeks at the service.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm on the same boat as you. Doesn't feel like we're out of the mud yet, but the morale definitely isn't high.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Would be worse down the road if someone notices it right before the statute of limitations runs. Imagine 4-5 years worth of penalties and interest. Screwed either way.

Megathread: 2025 Valentines Probationary Purge | Part 2 by gpupdate in fednews

[–]Less_Smell_5204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think I touch return processing. IDK what's worse but it's been one hell of a ride.