Tech
A Hitch at NASA Headquarters
NASA has carried out its first all-female spacewalk, but hints of outdated thinking about women in space remain.
Oversight
Supreme Court to Examine Burden of Proof for Age Discrimination Lawsuits at Federal Agencies
If the high court finds in favor of a Veterans Affairs pharmacist, older federal employees could have an easier time making the case for discrimination.
Oversight
Ethics Officials Criticize Selection of Trump Resort for G-7 Summit
They cite potential emoluments clause and government contracting law violations.
Management
Government Should Embrace Artificial Intelligence to Improve Performance
Agencies would not only become more efficient, they also would develop more reliable data.
Sponsor Content
The Future of Positioning, Navigation and Timing
As the world grows increasingly complex and adversaries become more adept at interfering with GPS signals, the military faces a growing need to need to develop innovative sources of PNT information.
Route Fifty
Disability Advocates Sue Cities Over Scooters Blocking Sidewalks
A new suit against Minneapolis and scooter companies is at least the third of its kind filed this year. It alleges that electric scooters are creating hazards on sidewalks for people with disabilities.
Route Fifty
People With Mental Illnesses Aren’t More Violent. Why Do People Believe They Are?
A new study found that over the past two decades support grew for forced treatment of people with mental health issues, even if they don’t need it.
Route Fifty
There Are No Zombie Deer in Nevada. State Officials Want to Keep It That Way
Wildlife officials in Nevada are committed to preventing chronic wasting disease from infecting state populations of deer.
Sponsor Content
The Path to Cyber Resilience
As a frequent recipient of cyber attacks, the public sector faces an increasingly dire situation in 2019. Managing and anticipating these risks will be vital, but are agencies covering their bases and laying the groundwork?
Nextgov
House Committee Votes to Increase Funding for Energy’s DARPA by $2.9B
The House Science, Space and Technology Committee moved a bill to reauthorize ARPA-E with additional funding, as well as new restrictions and oversight.
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Defense
The Intelligence Fallout From Trump’s Withdrawal in Syria
The chaotic withdrawal from Syria will severely weaken U.S. efforts in the country—and could also be a boost for Russia and Iran.
Nextgov
Argonne Team Looks to Insect Brains as Models for Computer Chip Innovation
It’s the latest buzz in artificial intelligence.
Nextgov
Lawmaker: TSA Should Halt Facial Recognition Programs Absent Formal Policies
The agency said it is working on those policies while the technology is tested through pilot programs.
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Management
NTEU Blasts ‘Nonsensical’ Proposed OPM Rule Easing Firing of Feds
The federal employee union accused the Trump administration of forcing managers to focus on firing employees, rather than helping them succeed in their positions.
Management
House Panel Advances Bipartisan Bill to Protect Federal Scientists From Undue Political Influence
Career employees working in science would enjoy an array of new rights under the bill.
Nextgov
Industry Wants More Legal Cover for Sharing Supply Chain Threats
Sharing potential threats are critical for ensuring companies avoid shady vendors, but under current laws, firms that do so could wind up in court.
Oversight
Federal Employees Lose a Powerful Advocate With Death of Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings
The Oversight and Reform chairman was a “fierce advocate for the public interest,” one observer says.
Defense
US Agrees to Lift Sanctions on Turkey in Syria ‘Ceasefire’ Deal
“From what I understand it’s not a ceasefire,” Sen Marco Rubio, R-Fla., told reporters on Capitol Hill. “You have one-hundred-and-X number of hours to get out of here before we kill you.”
Management
Viewpoint: Trump’s Most Shameless Act of Profiteering
The president is bringing the G7 to the struggling Trump Doral resort.
Route Fifty
A Plan to Recruit Volunteer Firefighters by Relieving Their Student Debt
A bill in Pennsylvania would grant qualifying first responders up to $16,000 in tuition reimbursement after four consecutive years of service.
Workforce
Mulvaney's Message to Career Feds Facing Political Interference: 'Get Over It'
Acting White House chief of staff faults "career bureaucrats" for seeking to undermine President Trump.
Route Fifty
What Would Federal Preclearance Mean for State Abortion Laws?
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris proposes requiring states that have a history of restricting abortion to submit new laws for federal approval before they can go into effect.
Management
Bosses Face More Discrimination if They Are Women – from Employees of Any Gender
Women in the workplace face discrimination at every level, including in upper management.
Management