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Whistleblowers urge workers to disclose classified information
New legal support network established to protect federal employees who come forward with information.
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9/11 commissioner pushes Congress to act on recommendations
Former congressman pushes for laws making it easier for the government to hire and retain quality personnel to help fight the war on terrorism.
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House leaders grappling with next step on first-responder measure
Battles continue to rage over how to set a formula for distributing funds.
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FBI, CIA directors oppose aspects of intelligence reform
Creation of national intelligence director appears inevitable, but debate focuses on scope of power the new position will hold.
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Bush backs 'intelligence czar' with control over budgets
President embraces key recommendation of 9/11 commission that he had previously stopped short of endorsing.
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Senate panel weighs urgency of intelligence reforms
Timing of implementing reforms debated, along with the merits of the proposed national intelligence czar and other changes.
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Ridge: Integration of people, technology helps secure nation
Creation of a communication network for first responders, however, remains a problem, according to Ridge.
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Senators introduce sweeping 9/11 legislation
Omnibus package encompasses every recommendation made by the panel investigating the Sept. 11 attacks.
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NMCI officials refuse to release polling questions
Several experts say the poll would have more validity with an outside auditor.
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Some in tech industry critical of Bush administration's cybersecurity efforts
An effort within the Homeland Security Department to lift the cybersecurity directorship to a deputy assistant secretary level went nowhere, according to government and industry sources.
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CACI chief defends company’s interrogation work
Contract employees’ training met military standards, CEO says.
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Customs and Border Protection canine nominated for top dog award
Trouble attempts to become the second CBP enforcement dog in two years to win national award
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Air marshals under review following inspector general’s investigation
IG report uncovers glaring misconduct among the air guard corps and charges leadership with overlooking blatant infractions.
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Agencies urged to develop teleworker corps for emergency situations
Updated emergency preparedness guides stress need for plans to keep the government running.
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