National Federation of Federal Employees
Coverage of National Federation of Federal Employees in the Nexus archive.
- As firefighters mourn 3 of their own, including Michigander, concerns grow about this season’s risks
Three federal wildland firefighters, including Emily Barker of Michigan, died in a burnover incident while battling merged fires near the Utah-Colorado border. The National Federation of Federal Employees and advocacy groups raised concerns about safety, staffing shortages, and escalating fire risks during the early phase of the 2026 wildfire season.
- Federal employees accuse USDA secretary of 'Christian proselytizing' in holiday emails to staff
Federal employees are suing the US Department of Agriculture and Secretary Brooke Rollins, accusing her of sending religious messages to staff on holidays. The complaint alleges that Rollins sent emails with Christian language and theology, making employees feel excluded and unwelcome in the workplace. The lawsuit claims this practice violates the First Amendment's Establishment Clause.