Pro se appellants can file Opening Brief to appeal MSPB’s final decision, if discrimination claim is abandoned. Appeals to U. S. Circuit Court for the Federal District in Washington, DC, usually involves the following disciplinary actions adjudicated by MSPB: (a) 5 U.S. Code Chapter 43 (Performance Appraisal) related actions; (b) 5 U.S. Code Chapter 75 conduct related disciplinary actions; and/or (c) adverse actions in retaliation for prior protected disclosures (IRA appeals) in violation of Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act (WPEA).

