State of the Union

Shawn Moran and Thane Gallagher are joined by Dan Benavidez, Josh Wilson, Albert Trevino, and Albert Spratte to review day two of the AFGE Convention. The NBPC wins the biggest communication award from AFGE. We also preview tomorrow's election and submitted proposals.

Shawn Moran and Thane Gallagher broadcast from AFGE's 40th Convention in Orlando, FL. They give an update on all that occurs on day one of the convention. Rob Pepperdine and Dan Benavidez join the show to comment on the now open job swap program and their opinions of the first day of AFGE's convention.

The NationWide Swap (NWS) program start date is announced along with details concerning the requirements and qualifications. To see the website post go to: http://bpunion.org/member-resources/member-advisories/1789-swap-program-open-period

CBP Intranet Link: https://uconnect.cbpnet.cbp.dhs.gov/sites/OBP/MSD/wm/nwsp/Pages/default.aspx

This week we have BREAKING NEWS out of Texas as ICE has Border Patrol agents releasing illegal aliens into communities. We also discuss the benefits of being a Union member before deciding to submit a SF-1188 and leave the Union. Shawn gives an update on the start date of the swap program and announces CBP's "High-Five" program.

Shawn returns to hosting The State of the Union and discusses legislation from Rep. Gohmert and potential changes to Thrift Savings Plan accounts. Subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-union/id541957520?mt=2

Thane Gallagher welcomes Robert Pepperdine to the show to discuss the upcoming swap program.

Thane Gallagher sits down with PORAC LDF panel attorney Rick Pinckard to discuss the case of a Border Patrol agent charged with murder.

Thane Gallagher hosts the third anniversary episode of the State of the Union. Updates on the data breach and a big congrats to BORTAC for their part in the New York state manhunt.

Thane Gallagher is joined by AFGE President J. David Cox to discuss the data breach and AFGE's response.

Thane Gallagher hosts and discusses the downing of a CBP helicopter in Texas, the data breach by Chinese hackers, and talks to Ed Fishman of the PORAC Legal Defense Fund.