Day: November 1, 2017

DOJ threatens to pull California’s funding over “sanctuary state” law

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The Department of Justice issued California another stern warning Wednesday – drop its sanctuary state status or remain in violation of federal law and potentially lose out on millions of dollars. Earlier this month, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a so-called “sanctuary state” bill which basically erects a wall between California law enforcement and federal immigration … Read more

Do Veterans Receive Hiring Preference for SES Positions?

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The short answer, according to OPM, is “No. The reason is that 5 USC 2108(3) which defines the term “preference eligible” provides that this term does not include applicants for, or members of, the Senior Executive Service.” There is a problem with this and it doesn’t appear to have been addressed by anyone.  The 5 … Read more