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U.S. Embassies are Vulnerable to Digital Snooping, Watchdogs Find
Embassies’ telecom supply chains often go through China and they aren’t fixing vulnerabilities security officers point out.
Pay & Benefits
Senate Democrats Join Din of Retirement Cut Opposition
Lawmakers argue some cuts target federal workers who are forced to retire before Social Security eligibility.
Management
GSA Names Hill Alumnus to Lead Public Buildings Service
Dan Mathews was staff director for a House Transportation and Infrastructure subcommittee.
Route Fifty
Minnesota Officials Face Baffled Fury Among Walleye Anglers. Again.
Fishing enthusiasts continue to seethe with anger at the state as it seeks new solutions to a tricky problem.
Management
Could Trump’s Immigration Agenda Ever Get Through Congress?
Even groups supportive of the president’s plans have their doubts.
Defense
Why Russia Ordered the U.S. to Reduce Its Diplomatic Staff
The step comes a day after the U.S. Senate passed a sweeping sanctions bill, which now awaits President Trump’s signature.
Defense
The Military Indeed Spends a Lot On Viagra — Because It Helps Veterans With PTSD
The budget dwarfs that for transgender health care for a very good reason.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Scaramucci's Phone Call
The White House official let loose a vulgar rant this week.
Management
FEMA to Standardize Misconduct Policies for Temporary Relief Workers
Standardizing policies will also help improve morale at the agency by showing workers rules will be enforced fairly, witnesses tell lawmakers.
Pay & Benefits
Republicans Take First Shots at Slashing Individual Federal Employees’ Salaries
"Where does this end?" asks Democratic lawmaker, who called process an "abuse of federal employees."
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Border State Lawmakers Propose a 'Smart' Wall
The group wants radar technology, drones and cameras to make up big chunks of Trump's proposed border wall.
Pay & Benefits
Ten Republicans Urge Oversight Committee Chair Not to Cut Retirement Benefits for Feds
But a group of 150 House Republicans released a budget proposal calling for even steeper cuts to pay and benefits than those already on the table.
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Senators OK Funding to Improve Their Own Cybersecurity
The funding bump would raise the upper chamber’s cyber protections and train senators and staff in cyber hygiene.
Pay & Benefits
Thinking About Getting Out of Government? Here’s What You Need to Know
What midcareer employees should consider before leaving federal service.
Defense
Lawmakers Grill Defense Officials on Equipment-Transfer Program
Members of a House committee expressed their concerns over a recent report revealing holes in how the agency turns over unused military gear to law enforcement.
Management
IRS Continued to Rehire Problem Employees Despite New Warning System
Commissioner had assured Congress of procedures to flag tax delinquents, disruptors.
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OPM Confirms Digital Personnel Files Offline Until End of Month
The online files will be accessible in read-only mode until then, the agency says.
Defense
Two Big Things That Aren’t Changing After Donald Trump’s Tweets On His Transgender Military Ban
One, nothing is different until he actually tells the Pentagon. Two, Americans who change gender still must register for the draft. It's the law
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New Bill Would Help Feds Victimized by Data Breaches
The bipartisan legislation would inform victims about efforts to mitigate damage and prosecute hackers.
Pay & Benefits