DOJ Says Some Federal Workers May Download TikTok on Official Devices
A July 16, 2026, Justice Department opinion says some federal workers may install TikTok on official devices, but agency rules still control access.
Federal Policy
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EEOC Proposes Ending Recurring Race and Sex Workforce Reports
The EEOC voted 2-1 to propose ending recurring demographic reports, but current filing rules remain in effect while the agency takes public comments.
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White House launches GOLD EAGLE cybersecurity clearinghouse: what changes now
White House launched “GOLD EAGLE” on July 14, tying it to EO 14409 and aiming to speed coordinated vulnerability patching for critical systems.
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U.S. Section 338 Tariffs: 50% Duties on Canadian Auto Imports Start Aug. 19
White House issued a Section 338 proclamation with a 50% extra duty on some Canadian auto imports starting Aug. 19 at 12:01 a.m. ET for Annex II products.
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SAVE plan exit starts July 1: avoid default risk and confirm your next payment
If you were in the unlawful SAVE plan, servicers start July 1 notices—then you have 90 days to change plans and avoid 90+ day delinquency reporting.
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House Administration rolls out 2026 Congressional Election Observer Program training
On July 15, House Administration released 2026 election-observer training and set a Subcommittee on Elections hearing on access under 52 U.S.C. § 21083a.
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FTC Seeks Comments on AI “Suppression of Accuracy” Policy—Chatbots & State AI Rules
The FTC opened a comment period on a proposed “suppression of accuracy” AI policy tied to Section 5 deception—comments due July 31, 2026.
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White House launches GOLD EAGLE to speed AI cyber patching—what changes now
On July 14, the White House launched GOLD EAGLE, an AI-focused vulnerability clearinghouse. Here’s what it’s meant to do—and July/August deadlines.
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SAVE ends July 1: servicers’ 90-day notices and a June 30 PSLF court block
SAVE exits start July 1 for millions of federal borrowers: servicers will send notices with a 90-day deadline. A June 30 ruling blocks parts of PSLF reform.
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UI claims dip for late June: initial filings fall, insured rate steady
United States Jobs and Hiring Watch – New DOL/ETA weekly unemployment insurance data show initial claims edged down for June 27, while the insured rate stayed at 1.2%.
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United States: EEOC rescinds 1979 affirmative action guidance (July 6, 2026)
United States Fresh Federal Documents and Draft Reports – EEOC rescinded its 1979 “Affirmative Action Appropriate Under Title VII” guidance and CM-607.
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Religious Liberty Commission Draft Report: Public Comments Due July 13
DOJ says the Religious Liberty Commission delivered a draft report with 12 recommendations to the President. Public comments close July 13.
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HHS-OIG denies New York Medicaid fraud unit’s recertification
HHS-OIG denied recertification of New York’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and suspended federal funding through Sept. 30 after saying the unit lagged similar states in criminal fraud cases. ([oig.hhs.gov](https://oig.hhs.gov/documents/medicaid-fraud-control-units/11727/NY_MFCU.pdf))
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States, universities push for more time on OMB grant rewrite before July 13
States, universities and Senate Democrats are pressing OMB over a proposed federal grants rewrite ahead of the July 13 comment deadline. ([govinfo.gov](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-29/pdf/2026-10817.pdf))
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EPA proposes new drinking-water monitoring rule for 30 contaminants, leaves microplastics out for now
United States Energy Environment and Federal Rules – EPA’s proposed UCMR 6 would collect national drinking-water data on 30 contaminants; microplastics are excluded for now because EPA says the method isn’t ready.
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Education Department finalizes earnings test that could block federal loans for low-earning programs
The Education Department finalized a national earnings rule for college programs. STATS will phase in over time, with most provisions effective July 1, 2027 and the first earnings test calculated in early 2027. ([ed.gov](https://www.ed.gov/about/news/press-release/us-department-of-education-issues-final-rule-hold-all-colleges-and-universities-accountable-low-earning-programs))
