IRS News Today — November 11, 2026
Feds urge judge to block OPM’s gender affirming care ban and more — today's irs signal.
The federal government is actively working on various fronts to improve its services and policies. In a recent development, the administration has urged a judge to block a ban on gender-affirming care imposed by the Office of Personnel Management, highlighting the government's commitment to promoting inclusivity and equality for its employees. Meanwhile, as the federal government seeks to attract young talent, experts suggest that it needs to revamp its recruitment strategies to appeal to a new generation of workers.
In other news, the government is also taking steps to enhance the nation's critical infrastructure. With the increasing reliance on Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, there is a growing concern about the need for a backup system to ensure continuity of services. California is leading the way in this effort, and the federal government is expected to follow suit. These developments demonstrate the government's ongoing efforts to improve its policies, services, and infrastructure, ultimately benefiting citizens and federal employees alike.
Today's signal:
• Feds urge judge to block OPM’s gender affirming care ban (govexec.com)
• Federal agencies want young talent. They need to rethink the pitch, experts say (govexec.com)
• America needs a GPS backup, and California leads the way (route-fifty.com)