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IG finds 211 misplaced or misidentified graves at Arlington
Army removes top officials after findings of gross mismanagement, dysfunctional organizational climate at national cemetery.
Defense
TSA nominee is diplomatic about screener bargaining rights
John Pistole says he would review the matter and consult with the Homeland Security secretary.
Defense
McHugh: Cuts will help Army priorities
The service will be allowed to use the money saved to meet other greater needs.
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Pentagon tries to break from past on pay, personnel reform
Union and agency cooperation is critical to rebounding from NSPS’ demise, witnesses tell senators.
Defense
House could take up Senate supplemental
Majority leader says chamber might bypass a House Appropriations Committee markup of the spending measure and consider the Senate-approved bill.
Defense
Agency officials, employee groups set to discuss pay transition
Witnesses at NSPS hearing will propose alternative approach to pay retention.
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Key senators miffed by intelligence pick
Nominee wrote a memo opposing some policy bill provisions strengthening the director of national intelligence position.
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Lawmaker explores Pentagon savings ideas
Review by House Armed Services chairman would complement a five-year effort within the Pentagon to find more than $100 billion in cost savings.
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Pentagon budget planning ‘out of sync’ with operational needs
In a new survey, Defense financial managers say budget process hinders warfighters.
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Boeing finds foreign partner for chopper bid
U.S. aerospace giant will team up with Italian aircraft maker for competition to build presidential helicopters.
Defense
Forward Observer: Nuclear Time Bomb
Strategy document identifies nuclear terrorism threat as urgent.
Defense
Obama picks Pentagon official as intelligence chief
Lt. Gen. James Clapper might not be a popular choice with some lawmakers, according to reports.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Panel to recommend certifications for cybersecurity workforce
New report from nonpartisan commission will suggest the federal government establish a certifying body to test skills of potential hires.
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DHS expands drone flights on Mexico border
Texas lawmakers have been trying for years for assistance but bureaucratic wrangling between Homeland Security and the FAA was a roadblock.
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Pentagon maps out $100 billion cost savings plan
Cuts are part of a broader effort to curb federal spending.
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NSA leader urges cybersecurity protocols
U.S. Cyber Command chief say nation needs precise rules of engagement to set standards for counterattacks to breaches of government data networks.
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Pentagon official searches for the source of contracting waste
Defense acquisition deputy Frank Kendall wants to reform the behavior that leads to spiraling costs and schedule overruns.
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Panel endorses performance-based pay for Defense intelligence employees
System is well-designed and the Pentagon should continue rolling it out as soon as implementation flaws are addressed, independent experts recommend.
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