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06/12/2026

Many federal employees are hearing headlines about Roth changes and wondering whether long-standing retirement strategies are disappearing. The short answer is no—Roth strategies are not going away.

But the way certain federal employees use them is changing, and the timing of your decisions is becoming far more important.

Read what federal employees need to know now about the 2026 Roth and TSP changes: https://federalnewsnetwork.com/federal-insights/2026/06/understanding-the-2026-roth-and-tsp-changes-what-federal-employees-need-to-know-now/

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Roth strategies are not going away. But the way certain federal employees use them is changing, and the timing of your decisions is becoming far more important.

06/03/2026

If you’ve been consistently contributing to the C and S Funds, congratulations. With the S&P 500 recently breaking past 7,200 and hitting new all-time highs, your TSP balance is likely looking better than ever.

You’ve earned those returns. Now it’s time to protect them. Because there’s an uncomfortable truth about Wall Street that every investor eventually learns.

Learn more now | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/federal-insights/2026/06/locking-in-tax-free-gains-the-gold-loophole-to-turn-tsp-profits-into-hard-assets/

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Federal employees over the age of 59½ and retirees don't have to choose between the risks of the C Fund and the inflation trap of the G Fund.

06/03/2026

Modernizing government IT isn’t just about infrastructure. It’s about building software that can perform in the most demanding mission environments.

At Federal News Network’s Cloud Exchange 2026, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Ashok Prajapati will share lessons from developing mission critical software, including work supporting the Artemis program.

Prajapati brings a practitioner’s lens to what it takes to engineer resilient, scalable systems where reliability, security and performance are non‑negotiable. His experience offers valuable insight into how agencies can apply disciplined software engineering principles to cloud modernization, DevSecOps and high‑consequence systems.

Join us June 10–11 to hear how lessons from space and aerospace as well as from other federal programs translate to building better cloud‑ready systems across government. | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cme-event/exchanges/federal-news-networks-cloud-exchange-2026/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_paid_1080x180&utm_campaign=cloud&utm_content=paid

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A whole-of-government approach to cloud modernization…

06/02/2026

A major shift is underway for federal retirement in 2026—and many employees aren’t fully prepared for what’s changed. With updated retirement policies, evolving Roth and TSP rules, and continued processing strain at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the retirement landscape looks very different than it did just a year ago.

Learn more about the common misconceptions about federal retirement benefits: https://federalnewsnetwork.com/federal-insights/2026/05/common-misconceptions-about-federal-retirement-benefits/

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With so many currently heading for the exit, it’s a good time for federal employees to improve their understanding of the retirement process.

06/01/2026

For 6(c) federal employees, an injury or medical condition can change your career path long before retirement. Understanding how disability benefits work before you need them can help protect your income, benefits and future decisions.

What law enforcement officers, firefighters and air traffic controllers need to know about disability retirement, OWCP and SSDI.

Learn more now | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/sponsored-content/2026/05/when-the-job-ends-early-what-6c-employees-need-to-know-about-disability/

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05/21/2026

Cloud modernization across government has entered a new phase — one focused on scale, security and coordination across the enterprise.

At Federal News Network’s Cloud Exchange 2026, federal leaders, technologists and industry experts will come together to examine how agencies are moving beyond isolated migrations and taking a whole‑of‑government approach to cloud.

The conversations will explore how cloud is supporting everything from zero trust architectures and data analytics to application modernization and digital service delivery — while aligning policy, acquisition, security and workforce priorities.

Cloud Exchange 2026 will highlight real‑world programs, lessons learned and emerging best practices as agencies shift from cloud adoption to cloud optimization.

Join us June 10–11 to hear how the federal government is modernizing IT environments and delivering mission outcomes at scale.

Register now to save your spot! | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cme-event/exchanges/federal-news-networks-cloud-exchange-2026/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_paid_1080x180&utm_campaign=cloud&utm_content=paid&fbclid=IwY2xjawR8KRlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3aUxvbFZZYXR2Skw2b0I4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHi9_NXzh_RpVkICPP2_Ml22PQ2-_dyIefACWhJW-YhtCINU9oMXGyFEn_Kug_aem_Ye0l3koGyaP9r1FVKgw5CQ

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05/21/2026

For 6(c) federal employees, retirement paperwork mistakes can mean delayed or reduced annuity payments. From missing service records to military buyback issues, small errors can have major financial consequences.

Here’s what law enforcement officers, firefighters, and air traffic controllers need to know before filing for retirement.

Learn more now | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/sponsored-content/2026/05/how-to-avoid-delays-in-your-federal-retirement-annuity/

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Don’t wait until a week before retirement to gather your materials.

05/20/2026

Cloud modernization is moving beyond isolated migrations — and toward enterprise scale.

At Federal News Network’s Cloud Exchange 2026, federal leaders and industry technologists will explore how agencies are aligning cloud strategy, security and operations to modernize IT and deliver mission outcomes.

Join us June 10–11 to hear how the federal government is moving from cloud adoption to cloud optimization.

Register now | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cme-event/exchanges/federal-news-networks-cloud-exchange-2026/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_paid_1080x180&utm_campaign=cloud&utm_content=paid



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05/15/2026

If you’ve been reading about Roth conversions lately, it probably sounds like everyone should be doing one—and doing it soon. Roth conversions are often presented as a silver bullet for retirement taxes. But for government employees, especially those nearing retirement, the decision to convert pre-tax TSP money to Roth deserves a slower, more thoughtful approach in 2026.

Before rushing to convert, federal employees should understand several important realities.

Read more: https://federalnewsnetwork.com/sponsored-content/2026/05/roth-conversions-in-2026-what-government-employees-need-to-know/

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Roth conversions get a lot of hype, but for federal employees nearing retirement, rushing could mean higher taxes and fewer options later.

05/12/2026

Federal employees in law enforcement, firefighting, air traffic control and other 6(c) roles serve in demanding careers with one major tradeoff: less time to prepare for retirement. Mandatory retirement ages, compressed earning windows and TSP limitations can make retirement math work very differently than most expect. Here’s why early planning matters more in special provisions careers.

Learn more now | https://federalnewsnetwork.com/sponsored-content/2026/04/federal-retirement-planning-why-waiting-costs-more-than-you-think/

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Don’t let mandatory retirement sneak up on you and leave you financially unprepared.