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Time for Agencies to Rethink the Internet of Things, NIST Official Says
It's hard to secure the internet of things if parties can't agree what it is.
Defense
The Navy’s Newest Aircraft Carrier Has No Urinals
Only seated toilets and stalls are available on the $12.9 billion USS Gerald R. Ford.
Oversight
Why Trump Might Fire Robert Mueller
President Trump is reportedly considering drastic action to end the Russia investigation.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The White House's New Communications Staffer
Anthony Scaramucci is a new character in the ever-changing story of the Trump administration.
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With Trump’s Pending Infrastructure Plan, Broadband Is ‘Like a Passenger on a Ship’
When that ship might sail is an open question.
Management
GSA Secures Discounted Airfares for Federal Travelers
Pre-negotiated rates will result in a 53 percent discount for the federal government.
Management
Alleged Retaliation Against Senior Executives Prompts Bipartisan Concern
One senator will request an investigation into controversial reassignments.
Management
Annual Defense Bill Aims to Rein in Pentagon Outsourcing
Supporters say measure would protect federal employees from seeing their jobs contracted out.
Oversight
Trump Names Acting Ethics Chief, Bypassing Senior Career Official
The president has created an ethics "crisis," says former OGE director Walter Shaub.
Management
Jared Kushner Maintains He 'Did Not Collude' With Russia in Rare Public Statement
President Trump’s son-in-law and adviser addressed reporters after meeting behind closed doors with the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Defense
Analysis: The Dangerous Politicization of the Military
By asking active-duty personnel to lobby Congress in their own self-interest, President Trump crossed an important line.
Management
Appointee Watch: A New Army Secretary, Press Office Turmoil and Another Round of Ambassadors
Esper is Trump's third choice to lead the military branch.
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Racist ‘Chicago Safari’ Emails Spawn Illinois Government Investigation
STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP: Boulder’s bear problem; a Charlotte sit-in; San Diego’s losing Styrofoam venture
Management
The Performance Revolution Government Needs
When the brand of government is unattractive to top talent, it should be a reason for reform.
Oversight
GOP Pushes HHS Appraisal of Health Reform Proposal Rather Than Waiting for CBO's Evaluation
In an 11th hour push to repeal Obamacare, Republicans are leaning on a murky analysis that supports their plan.
Defense
Trump’s Special Ops Pick Says Terror Drones Might Soon Reach the US from Africa. How Worried Should We Be?
Technological advancement could produce ocean-spanning consumer UAVs. But extremists won’t necessarily bother with them.
Oversight
The War on the Freedom of Information Act
A conservative group is resisting congressional efforts to kneecap FOIA.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Look Out For Falling "Sacks of Drugs" Over the Border Wall
Donald Trump wants a transparent border wall, so Americans can see the oncoming danger.
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