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White House Press Secretary and Deputy Violate Hatch Act, Watchdog Finds

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre responded to allegations that she violated the Hatch Act by using the term "Mega MAGA" to describe Republican policies, saying the White House "didn't know" it was a violation. The Office of the Special Counsel accused her of violating the act, which limits certain political activities of federal employees to prevent influencing elections. Jean-Pierre argued that Republicans themselves have used the term and that the OSC's opinion was retroactive. The White House Counsel's Office is reviewing the opinion and will respond.

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HHS Secretary Becerra Found to Have Violated Hatch Act.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by GovExec.com

The Office of Special Counsel has determined that Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra violated the Hatch Act by expressing support for the reelection of Sen. Alex Padilla during a speech in his official capacity. The Hatch Act limits the on-the-job partisan political activities of federal employees. Becerra's remarks were "off-the-cuff" but still a violation of the law, according to the report. Penalties for violating the Hatch Act include removal from federal service, reduction in grade, debarment from federal employment for up to five years, reprimand or a civil penalty up to $1,000.

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