Defense
Senators Criticize VA Approach to Reviewing Sexual Assault Claims
Department’s letter to vets is 'inappropriate' given sensitivity of the issue, say lawmakers.
Management
‘Lead by Example,’ Obama Says in Push for Greener Federal Buildings
Targets set as part of larger plan to address climate change.
Defense
Obama Nominates a Pentagon Inspector General
Current FDIC watchdog Jon Rymer would fill slot vacant for 18 months.
Defense
State Dept. Disputes Need for Senate Approval of Further Nuke Cuts
Deal with Russia could be worded to avoid lawmakers, administration says.
Nextgov
United States Dominates in Social Diplomacy
More than 6.4 million people “like” U.S. embassy Facebook pages, Canadian analysis finds.
Pay & Benefits
Navy Announces Layoffs for 745 Civilians
Move is 'part of a conscious risk-based approach,' installations chief says.
Defense
Bill Would Allow Gay Vets to Update Service Records
Legislation could help those discharged for their sexual orientation access benefits.
Defense
How Obama Learned to Deal with the Taliban
The militants' willingness to talk signals weakness—and is the most hopeful sign for the U.S. in Afghanistan in years.
Defense
Defense Sees Little Progress on Unwanted Sexual Contact in Six Years
Survey’s 2012 statistics look much like 2006 figures.
Defense
The Numbers on More Border Patrol Agents Just Don't Add Up
Lately, more agents correspond with a decrease in apprehensions and removals.
Management
Federal Contractors Failing to Pay Afghan Subcontractors, IG Finds
Unpaid subcontractors threaten to self-immolate, blow up compound.
Management
Employees Sue Contractor Over Sequestration Layoffs
Suit says L-3 Communications didn’t give 60-day WARN Act notice.
Management
Paying Contractors No More Than Biden Makes Could Save $440M a Year
New GAO numbers on contractor salary reimbursement rekindle debate.
Defense
Three Navy Football Players Charged in the Latest Military Assault Story
Charges come more than a year after the alleged incident.
Pay & Benefits
Customs and Border Employees Escape Furloughs
Appropriators approve transfer of funds so agency can avoid unpaid leave through September.
Management
Pentagon Financial Execs in Uncharted Waters, Survey Shows
Sequestration is harming morale and delaying audits that could pinpoint savings.
Defense
Kerry Wanted to Bomb Syria
Kerry's insistence on an airstrike reportedly was not well received by the military brass.
Defense
Four U.S. Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan, Hours After Taliban Talks Announced
Negotiations are likely to be very messy.
Defense