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Immigration checks for contract jobs spur debate
Contractors say automated system for confirming the legal status of workers is error-prone.
Acting USDA chief to return to deputy spot
Chuck Conner says he will work with Bush’s nominee to head the department; some are surprised Conner did not get the nomination himself.
Waxman blasted for handling of State IG probe
Republicans say oversight committee Democrats tend to pressure witnesses and to publicize information before it is vetted sufficiently.
Dems pull Defense bill from 'mini-bus' spending package
Republicans are pushing for the separation of the two measures remaining in the package – the military construction-VA bill and the Labor-HHS bill.
Old tools hamper drug inspections, observers say
A relatively small investment in IT could make oversight far more effective, former agency official tells lawmakers.
Trade group calls for reforms to appointments process
Aerospace execs say the long process and pay disparities shut out strong candidates.
Bush nominates former North Dakota governor as Agriculture secretary
Edward Schafer will replace Mike Johanns, who resigned last month to launch a Senate bid.
House leads push to strengthen small business contracting
Procurement legislation passes as Senate Small Business Committee leaders work on their own measure.
IG says he cannot afford to open probes in Iraq
Top State Department auditor is defending himself against accusations that he hindered investigations that could have been embarrassing for the Bush ...
Steady Gains
Hillary Clinton has made small but consistent improvements in her general election poll standings.
The Vast Majority of IRS Employees Aren't Corrupt
GSA Mishandled Executive Bonuses
EIG 2013 as Told by Your Tweets
Infographic: Nominee Limbo
Will You Be Furloughed?
Boldly Go Where No Fed's Gone Before
