President Joe Biden’s efforts to protect federal workers from a potential Trump administration purge have taken a step closer to finalization. The Office of Personnel Management’s rule to strengthen civil service protections is supported by federal unions and public interest groups and aims to block a move to reclassify civil servants, making it easier to fire them. The rule has taken significance as the 2024 election campaign ramps up, with former President Donald Trump promising to shake up agencies and downsize staff if he is elected.

Solar Dominates US Energy Capacity Growth
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published data showing that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating







