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Trump has assembled perhaps the least distinguished Cabinet in modern history, abandoning any pretense of picking people based upon competence.
Our latest commentary spotlights a few loyalists who prove that, in Trump’s world, basic competence is completely dispensable.
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Missed yesterday’s critical conversation about government workers, free speech, and whistleblowing? The full Speaking Up Under Trump webinar is now available to watch online.
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#KnowYourRights #NationalWhistleblowerDay
Florida’s growing population is putting more pollution pressure on the state's air, water, and soil, but anti-pollution enforcement actions haven't kept pace.
In 2024, Florida saw a modest uptick in enforcement actions, but they're still far below historical levels.
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Federal employees are facing retaliation for signing petitions against the administration's actions. That leaves many unsure of how to safely speak up.
7/29 @ 4pm ET, join us for an interactive webinar on govt employees' rights to report wrongdoing and speak out on issues.
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🚨 ACTION ALERT 🚨
Tell the U.S. House of Representatives to protect America's farms and food from toxic PFAS-contaminated fertilizer.
Americans deserve safe food and science-based protections, not a political gag order.
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#Biosolids #ForeverChemicals
🚨 EPA's decision to eliminate its Office of Research and Development is a devastating blow to the country’s ability to protect human health and the environment. This move continues the Trump administration’s ongoing war on science.
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#EPA #ScientificIntegrity
🖥️ WEBINAR | Tues, July 29 | 4PM ET
Join us for an interactive webinar exploring the rights public employees have to report wrongdoing and speak out, and how those rights are being impacted by the Trump administration's recent actions.
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In the wake of horrific flooding in Texas hill country, HUD's plan to weaken flood protections has been put on hold—for now.
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#ClimateChange
House Republicans are pushing to block any actions to protect farms, dairies, and ranches from toxic PFAS found in sewage sludge–based fertilizers. If enacted, the action would add to the already colossal agricultural losses and exacerbate mounting public health risks.
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“Cutting funding into research on how these toxic chemicals get into our food will doom us to decades or even hundreds of years more of exposure.” - PEER Science Policy Director Kyla Bennett
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#ForeverChemicals #PFAS
In a major step forward, PEER, @psr-la.bsky.social, and @parentsvsssfl.bsky.social have filed a legal brief challenging a dangerous agreement between Boeing and California Governor Newsom at one of the most toxic sites in the country — the Santa Susana Field Lab.
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With mass government-wide firings looming once again, these stories reveal the lasting damage such actions can cause to critical public services.
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“The steady decline of National Park Service staffing is putting both visitors and park resources at great risk. The Supreme Court’s decision could make a bad situation even worse.” - PEER Executive Director Tim Whitehouse
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The recovery of endangered species is one of the toughest challenges facing the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. And when funding and management fall short, even long-standing efforts, like the 50-year masked bobwhite quail recovery program, can falter.
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Approximately 140 EPA employees were placed on leave after signing a letter of dissent. This action raises serious concerns about retaliation against public employees for exercising their First Amendment rights.
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#PublicEmployees
As occurred during Trump’s first term, the Merit Systems Protection Board has lost its quorum. With one member remaining, the federal civil service court can't decide appeals, leading to a growing backlog of undecided whistleblower appeals and other cases.
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#FederalEmployees
🇺🇸 From protecting public lands and safeguarding public health to upholding the rule of law and exposing wrongdoing, dedicated public employees are the backbone of a government that works for the people.
Today, join us in celebrating the civil servants who work to keep our democracy strong.
Interior Sec. Burgum’s Strategic Plan calls for increased development of “clean coal, oil, and gas,” and more mining, grazing, and logging on federal lands.
But his promise of a trillion-dollar annual return from these lands reads like a political pipe dream.
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#PublicLands
After PEER filed a legal complaint, the Office of Personnel Management withdrew a blatantly illegal policy that would have forced applicants to explain how they'd show "political loyalty" to administration priorities.
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#FederalEmployees #PublicEmployees #PublicService
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is putting thousands of lab animals like rats and zebrafish up for adoption as part of drastic planned cutbacks to EPA’s scientific research.
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#SaveEPA
#StandUpForScience
Trump has nominated a hyper-partisan 30-yr-old blogger with <1 year of legal experience to be U.S. Special Counsel.
PEER + allies issued a joint letter calling Paul Ingrassia “an unserious nominee” with extreme views that are antithetical to the role of the Special Counsel.
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Efforts to sell off America’s public lands are still moving forward. Have you spoken up yet?
Send our pre-filled, customizable letter to your representatives and help stop this land grab.
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An estimated 100,000+ federal employees are on paid admin leave, raising legal and financial concerns.
PEER Senior Counsel Peter Jenkins breaks down the Trump administration's violation of the Administrative Leave Act, and shares PEER's efforts to hold them accountable.
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The White House is moving to tighten political control over federal scientific findings. New guidance orders agencies to adopt scientific integrity policies based on 9 vague "values," but without limits on political suppression of research results.
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#ScientificIntegrity
The number of federal employees who are reporting wrongdoing is surging, and so is the number who say they've faced retaliation for making such reports, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Office of Special Counsel.
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#whistleblower
The Trump administration’s dismantling of federal agencies that protect our health and environment will have profound consequences for America’s public health, economic strength, and leadership in science and innovation.
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#PublicHealth
Senate Republicans proposed a bill that would make 250 million acres eligible for sale to fund Trump’s agenda.
Make your voice heard now, before our public lands are lost to private interests forever. Write your reps and tell them that you support public lands protection.
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America’s public lands are under attack.
Our latest commentary breaks down what's at risk from the latest proposed public lands heist, and who stands to benefit. Hint: it's not the American people.
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Since January, the number of public employees turning to us for help has skyrocketed. We need your help to meet this rising demand.
This summer, your impact will be doubled! A generous donor has pledged to match every dollar you give, up to $70k.
Please make a gift today.
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Polyloom, a major artificial turf manufacturer, is facing a multi-million-dollar lawsuit, all because of its efforts to block a public webinar exposing the hidden hazards of artificial turf.
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