AFGE
We are the largest union representing workers proudly serving in the federal and D.C. governments.
The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union, representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas.
***AFGE Policy on Social Media Comments***
By using AFGE social media sites you agree to be bound by this policy and comply with these rules. The purpose of AFGE’s social media presence is to present matters of interest to AFGE members and the general public as well as to promote the positions and interests of AFGE. While social media serves as a forum for online discussion, and opposing points of view will be respected and presented, AFGE is under no legal obligation to allow any particular post or comment to be displayed on social media run by AFGE, and we reserve the right to delete any post that does not comply with this policy. It is our stated goal to foster open and frank discussion between users while at the same time furthering the primary purpose of our social media, which is to promote AFGE’s viewpoint and that of the labor movement in general. Abuse of the privilege to engage with AFGE’s social media by anyone may result in having content deleted and/or privileges revoked. Abusive engagement includes:
• Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, s*x, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, s*xual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibility, political affiliation, matriculation, credit information, or status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, s*xual offense or stalking.
• Use of vulgar, profane or s*xually explicit language, imagery, or graphics.
• Personal attacks.
• Direct or implied threats of violence or physical harm.
• Numerous, repetitive posts designed not to enlighten the debate, but to saturate the page with a poster’s own thoughts or that of a particular issue and/or candidate.
• Content that spreads falsehoods or unsubstantiated rumors about AFGE or any AFGE member.
• Using a fake name/profile.
• Clearly off-topic content.
• Content that advocates illegal activity.
• Spam or unauthorized promotion of commercial interests.
• Fundraising appeals that are not endorsed by AFGE.
• Infringement on or unauthorized use of copyrights or trademarks, including those of AFGE.
• Promoting candidates for local, district or national union office. Comments expressed on our social media are not necessarily the opinions of AFGE and are the sole responsibility of the person posting the comments. If you see a comment or post that violates this policy, please send a private message to the administrator to alert them so that they may follow up as appropriate. Private messages on social media, comments on posts made by AFGE, or emails to [email protected] or [email protected] do not constitute notice to AFGE for purposes of invoking any legal rights you may have; members are advised that specific questions about grievances, contract issues, workplace issues, benefits, members' personal discipline cases, AFGE Constitutional issues or other related union matters are best suited to be answered by your local union representatives.
09/25/2026
The physical unwinding of the Education Department is coming at a cost to taxpayers, contrary to the department's public claims.
The Education Dept. hasn't been dismantled. It's become more inefficient, staff say Education staff are being scattered across several other federal agencies. Despite the Trump administration's claims, employees say it's adding bureaucracy and making it harder to serve students.
09/25/2026
Learn more about AFGE's efforts to combat the EEOC's proposed rule changes that would make it harder for federal workers to challenge workplace discrimination.
Tell the EEOC to Withdraw Proposed Changes to Federal Complaint Process The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is proposing a new rule that would drastically overhaul the process federal employees must follow when challenging workplace discrimination – and it’s giving workers and the public little time to comment on the draft changes.
09/24/2026
House and Senate Democrats outlined options for attempting to override the Trump administration’s planned pay freeze for most civilian employees in 2027.
Democrats planning last-ditch attempt at a federal pay raise in 2027 | Federal News Network
09/24/2026
Find out more about the growing congressional support to save the Department of Education.
Lawmakers Join AFGE’s Call to Stop Dismantling of Education Department Members of Congress are joining AFGE and other national teachers unions in calling on the Trump administration to stop its unlawful dismantling of the Education Department.
09/24/2026
A privilege log lists nearly 1,300 records the agency says are too sensitive to hand over.
Democratic attorneys general say Education Department is hiding 1,300 documents on its layoffs | NationofChange Justice Democratic attorneys general say Education Department is hiding 1,300 documents on its layoffs A privilege log lists nearly 1,300 records the agency says are too sensitive to hand over. By Harris Butler - September 22, 2026 54 SOURCENationofChange Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter tweet The...
09/23/2026
Sens. Peters, Justice introduce legislation to help Federal Railroad Administration address recruiting and retention challenges.
New Bipartisan Bill Vital to Ensuring Railroad Safety, AFGE Says
09/23/2026
Find out more about AFGE's advocacy efforts for veterans to receive both their full military retirement and any disability benefits owed to them by the VA.
Victory for Veterans as Lawmakers Push for Vote on Richard Star Act Months of advocacy by AFGE and other veterans allies paid off last week when lawmakers achieved enough signatures to compel a vote in the U.S. House on legislation to ensure veterans receive all of the compensation they are owed for their military service.
09/22/2026
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from requiring federal agency job applicants to write an essay about their favorite Trump administration initiative, siding with AFGE, AFSCME, and NAGE, in their lawsuit.
Court Blocks Trump’s Job Application Loyalty Question After Unions File Suit A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from requiring federa
09/22/2026
Learn more about AFGE's latest legal victories related to Trump's loyalty question on federal job applications and attempts to gut staffing at FEMA.
Trump Loyalty Question, FEMA Staffing Cuts Ruled Illegal in AFGE Lawsuits AFGE has scored a pair of victories in legal challenges over the Trump administration’s policy requiring federal job applicants to pledge their loyalty to the administration and attempts by the Department of Homeland Security to dismantle the Federal Emergency Management Agency by illegally slashi...
09/21/2026
Teddi Mitchell, the vice president of the American Federation of Government Employees Local 3147, said researchers’ first concerns were about their projects, not their personal lives.
This USDA lab has studied threats to food and farms for decades. Now its scientists must relocate Federal scientists are still scrambling to find new jobs or relocate across the country as Maryland’s Beltsville Agricultural Research Center’s last days of operation approach. Even as their personal lives upend, employees are concerned that BARC’s legacy of impactful research will be left beh...
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