Defense
Pay-for-performance warrior exits the battlefield
As George Nesterczuk leaves the Office of Personnel Management, his efforts to reshape the Defense and Homeland Security bureaucracies are far from complete.
Defense
Five years after 9/11, question is: Could it happen again?
An in-depth look at the 9/11 Commission's report, assessing actions taken since it was published to address vulnerabilities.
Defense
Congress may balk at DHS push to oust illegal Salvadorans
Agency may get more funds for detention centers in lieu of change in decades-old policy preventing deportation of most Salvadorans.
Defense
DHS keeping close eye on rebuilding funds, official says
Reconstruction coordinator Donald Powell argues that disaster assistance law is restrictive.
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FEMA chief wants to meet hiring goals -- and then some
On Katrina’s anniversary, agency still seeks part-time emergency workers on Gulf Coast.
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Army Corps takes steps to fix shortcomings exposed by Katrina
Twelve-part plan includes a stronger focus on risk analysis and communication with the public.
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Louisiana parish creeps toward recovery
Progress has been slowed by bureaucratic procedures that would make more sense in everyday circumstances.
Defense
Lawmaker asks GAO to probe rail security
Ranking Democrat on the House Homeland Security Committee says TSA is diverting too much funding to airport security.
Defense
GAO: Security contracts don’t violate ban on quasi-military forces
In response to bid protests, agency finds Army requests for proposals permissible under Anti-Pinkerton Act.
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Chertoff calls for end to ban on deporting Salvadorans
DHS officials say Bush border control effort cannot be implemented effectively with legal loopholes remaining.
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Bill to beef up DHS anti-counterfeit efforts likely to hold
Legislation unlikely to move before midterm elections; if it passes next year, DHS agencies would see inspection staffs increase.
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DHS alters plans for transportation worker ID program
Facility and vessel owners will not need to install card readers during the first phase.
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A year later, Katrina survivors give government low marks
Almost 70 percent give the feds a thumbs-down in new poll.
Defense
Compromise on immigration reform legislation appears elusive
House members attack less-punitive Senate measure allowing most of the estimated 11 million illegal immigrants to remain in the country while seeking permanent citizenship.
Defense
FEMA chief says agency continues to be understaffed
Government hiring process is “arduous” and “complicated,” R. David Paulison says.
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DHS told to investigate air marshal’s complaint
Allegations center on inadequate identity protection; agency says many of the concerns are out of date.
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Judge rules against NSA eavesdropping program
Electronic surveillance program runs counter to the 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, judge says.
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Fighter plane program may see cuts to pay for backup engine
The number of fighters may be lowered by 50 to 100, out of about 2,500, to pay for a second engine.
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