Defense
Trump Threatens to 'Totally Destroy North Korea'
The president also hinted at the UN General Assembly that the U.S. might quit the Iran nuclear agreement.
Nextgov
Trump's Tech Team Wants to ‘Wow’ Public
The Office of American Innovation isn't interested in tech for tech's sake. It's to make government more efficient.
Route Fifty
Louisiana Health Secretary to Sen. Bill Cassidy: Your Health Bill Would Hurt Our State
“In its current form, the harm to Louisiana from this legislation far outweighs any benefit,” Rebekah Gee says in an open letter.
News
Hillary Clinton to Feds: ‘Stick It Out’ Under Trump and the Tide Will Turn
Former presidential nominee says federal employees could face friendlier climate after 2018 election.
Management
State Dept. Rebuffs Diplomats’ Plea for Release of Reorg Plan
Academy of Diplomacy’s request comes amid “water cooler” employee disgruntlement.
Defense
Vietnam War: Who Was Right About What Went Wrong – and Why it Matters in Afghanistan
Was Vietnam 'a quagmire' or a 'stalemate machine'? Understanding this 50-year-old debate can shed light on why the U.S. is currently locked into a 'forever war.'
Management
5 Things That Have Changed About FEMA Since Katrina – And 5 That Haven’t
Is the Federal Emergency Management Agency ready for the new era of disasters?
Oversight
Play of the Day: A Trump Twitter Tradeoff
Trevor Noah's staff made some GIFs for the president to use, assuming he can keep making deals.
Management
Memo to Government Reformers: Don’t Forget the Soft Stuff
Everyone wants to work in an environment where their contribution is recognized and valued.
Nextgov
IT Modernization Bill Clears Senate as Part of Defense Authorization Bill
The OPEN Government Data Act also advances, along with other tech and cyber goodies.
Nextgov
GSA Shakes Up Federal Acquisition Leadership
The acquisition service will have some familiar faces and expects more permanent regional leaders soon.
Oversight
Federal Employees Used Government Charge Cards to Expense Rooms at Trump Hotels
Watchdog group says payments were unconstitutional.
Nextgov
Equifax Breach Prompts Renewed Calls for National Breach Notification Standard
The proposed national standard would replace a patchwork of 48 state standards for when consumers must be notified about a breach.
Management
Why Is Trump's Legal Team So Messy?
Ty Cobb, a lawyer for the president, kvetched about a colleague in public and sent several bizarre emails. And that’s only the latest West Wing attorney problem.
Management
New Whistleblower Group Offers Legal Alternative to Leaking
State Dept. alum, attorney launch well-funded campaign to reach federal workers and contractors.
Route Fifty
Zinke Plan Would Reduce Size of 6 National Monuments
STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP: Cuomo’s new state requirements for credit-reporting agencies in N.Y.; working to stop chronic shoplifting in Alaska; and court affirms ruling in Minneapolis sick-leave ordinance lawsuit.
Management
Full-Year Continuing Resolution Would Trigger Sequester, Budget Office Says
Simply continuing fiscal 2017 spending levels would exceed spending caps.
Defense
In Mexico, Mattis Plays Down Political Rhetoric, Seeks to Build Trust
Defense Secretary Mattis touts "a growing relationship built on trust and respect" between the U.S. and Mexican militaries.
Management
The Silent Killer of Workplace Happiness, Productivity, and Health is a Lack of Basic Civility
Those who unleash on others, belittle subordinates or undermine colleagues may leave a wake and create ripple effects.
Management