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Top News on our President, New Developments and Alerts
Chaos and Corruption Weekly Digest: Week 8
March 17, 2025
Week 8 saw the economy in chaos while Trump and Musk attacked the Education Department, Environmental Protection Agency, Social Security, and Medicare.
AFGE Wins! Judge Orders Trump to Rehire
March 17, 2025
This lawsuit was brought by AFGE and our allies. In a major victory for AFGE, allies, and federal workers, a judge in California ordered the Trump administration to reinstate probationary employees fired at six agencies…
Important Notice from your President!
March 14, 2025
You may have seen the new story about the Trump administration offering buyouts for all federal employees.
Joining the union gives you substantial benefits to AFGE members once enrolled.
Discount Prescription Cards. Members can save up to 80% off the retail price on most brand name or generic drugs.
Exclusive Mortgage Programs. $2k savings off closing costs, VIP Home Expert Services plus so much more!
Travel Benefit & Perks. Discounts on rental cars, hotels, World Tours, Hawaiian Airlines and so much more.
Legal Advice & Services. Free 30-minute consultation, 25% discount on attorney fees, and access to over 6,800 law firms.
Education Discounts. Powell’s Book Store Discounts, Edvance Union College benefit, and other college options.
Retiree Advantage Plans. AFGE has partnered with YourCare360 which is a complete caregiving solution.
Financial Assistance. Debt Settlement Program, file your taxes for free, and a free credit report just to start!
Health & Fitness Perks. Health club discounts, Vision and Hearing discounts, Medical bill services. Read more…
The E-Dues signup process takes just minutes.
Synchronization with MyLocal means you can access your membership data just like you always have – no need to learn a new system.
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If you have an AFGE.org account you can use the Express Sign-Up to speed up the process.
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Sign up to receive the AFGE Weekly Insider to keep up with the latest news affecting government workers and an option to get AFGE text alerts from your phone.
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By becoming an AFGE member, you’ll join the 820,000 government employees represented by AFGE who are fighting for better pay, retirement, and job security. AFGE members also receive support on and off the job, exclusive benefits, and a voice in our legislative process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up for AFGE E-Dues?
Simply go to joinafge.org, select your agency and local, and complete the brief form. The whole process takes no more than 5 minutes.
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I’m not comfortable giving my credit card or banking information. How can I know my info is safe?
AFGE will not be storing anyone’s financial information on our equipment. Your payment will be processed by one of the largest payment processors in the world, which is certified at the highest level of security for customers’ financial information. Go Back to E-Dues Main Page
Why can’t you just deduct dues from my paycheck like you do now?
We built AFGE E-Dues, which collects membership dues through convenient bank draft or credit card payment, to guard against assaults on paycheck dues deduction. E-Dues puts union members in control of their dues dollars, not agency management. We need to be proactive and stay ahead of the storm. We can’t afford to wait until it’s too late. Go Back to E-Dues Main Page
How does this change the process for dropping out now that the agency is not involved?
Just like now, you will have the opportunity to leave 30 days before your anniversary date of signing up with AFGE. You will need to alert your local president (or designated local AFGE official) in writing during that time so they can end your dues. You may also send notice to EDues@afge.org. Go Back to E-Dues Main Page
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- Seattle
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