Defense
What Did Mike Pompeo Do?
Reports that Trump asked intelligence chiefs to help shut down the investigation into Michael Flynn raise the question of whether the CIA director was asked to do the same, and how he reacted if he was.
Defense
Without Trump’s Stalled Travel Ban, DHS Chief Not ‘Fully Confident’ of U.S. Security
Kelly told lawmakers that terror attacks, like the recent one in London, demonstrate the need for increased vetting of refugees and improved border security.
Management
Is Trump’s Plan to Privatize Air-Traffic Control a Good Idea?
It might occasionally make flying a smoother experience. But it also might hurt smaller airports.
Management
Documenting Conversations With Your Boss Can Be Smart
When it's your word against your manager's, it helps to have to have proof.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump and Comey Had a Dinner Date at the White House
The former FBI chief and the president broke bread, talked about loyalty and stared at one another in silence.
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Comey Testimony Overshadows Trump’s Infrastructure Remarks in Ohio
Congressional Democrats, meanwhile, continue to criticize the president’s proposals.
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Justice Department Joins Accessible Housing Suit Against Los Angeles
Is it a money grab by the Trump administration?
Management
Trump’s VA Lays Out Plan to Boost Private Sector Care for Veterans
VA secretary reverses Trump campaign pledge, but Democrats still cry privatization.
Pay & Benefits
Agencies Reveal More Info on Military Blended Retirement Plan
Defense Dept. launches retirement calculator to compare programs.
Nextgov
Office of American Innovation, OMB Seek 'Early Wins' for IT Modernization
The Jared Kushner-led innovation office meets regularly with Office of the Chief Information Officer on cyber and citizen matters.
Pay & Benefits
Ineffective Use of Early Retirement Offers, FEHBP for All and More
A weekly round-up of pay and benefits news.
Management
Trump’s Budget Office Nominee Draws Fire for Partisan Stance on Oversight
Senate Democrats blast OMB pick, but find FEMA and regulatory nominees more amenable.
Oversight
James Comey Finally Tells His Side of the Story
In his opening statement to Senate lawmakers, prepared for a Thursday hearing, the former FBI director describes multiple conversations he had with President Trump about the Russia investigation.
Tech
Why Are So Many People Applying to Be Astronauts?
NASA received more than 18,300 applications for its newest class, three times more than its last round of hiring.
Oversight
Intel Chiefs Dodge Questions on Alleged Trump Interference in Russia Investigation
They felt comfortable saying they hadn’t felt pressure from administration officials to influence the probe. But they declined to answer direct queries from senators about their interactions with the president.
Nextgov
GSA Reorganizes to Support White House Innovation Office
The agency's Technology Transformation Service will move under the Federal Acquisition Service.
Nextgov
Hacking Back Could Lead to Cyber Vigilantism, Lawmaker Says
Rep. Jim Langevin warned authorizing hacking back could result in collateral damage.
Nextgov
What Went Wrong with DHS' Agile Contract?
The department wants to cancel its $1.54 billion agile software contracting vehicle.
Management
How to Create Time in a Packed Schedule
For many of us, summer can be the busiest and most hectic time of the year.
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