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Security Clearance Bureau Making Progress But No Timeline to End Backlog
The bureau is also working on technological efficiencies to cut investigation times.
Management
USPS Loses Nearly $600M, Says It's Close to 'Solid Financial Footing'
Postal Service claims operational profitability, external requirements as costing it money.
Management
Census Chief Resigns Amid Ongoing Political Crossfire
Thompson had promised major technological innovations.
Management
Democrats Call for an Independent Investigation Into the Election After Trump Fires FBI Director
Congressional reaction split along partisan lines after news broke that the president had dismissed James Comey.
Management
Three Simple Techniques to Help You Stop Stressing So Much Over Email
"Some people even forget to breathe when checking their inbox.
Defense
Intelligence Leaders Are Practically Begging Trump to Condemn Russian Hacking
The president’s unwillingness to call out Moscow’s electoral meddling is doing the Kremlin a favor, one former top spy testified to lawmakers.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Comey Firing
"Today will mark a new beginning for our crown jewel of law enforcement," President Donald Trump wrote.
Management
Five Ways to Nurture Your Work Relationships
How to improve negotiations and better manage conflict at the office.
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Ports and Waterways Get Attention From Congressional Lawmakers
Discussion Tuesday took place as the White House continues work on President Trump’s infrastructure proposal.
Management
Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey
A White House statement said he acted on the recommendation of the deputy attorney general and the attorney general.
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Federal Spending Data is Due: Is Anyone Making Deadline?
Not all agencies are expected to meet a crucial deadline for financial transparency.
Oversight
Lawmakers Blast HHS Gag Order as Harmful to Whistleblowers
Price memo comes as another House committee chairman seeks to get around FOIA.
Management
The Transformative Power of Doing Absolutely Nothing
Make time for "isness," the opposite of "oughtness."
Defense
Trump Advisers Call for More Troops in Afghanistan
The request recommends sending at least 3,000 U.S. troops to break the military stalemate in the country.
Management
The Dismissed EPA Advisers Had Nothing to Do With Regulation
"It’s a very apolitical board—we never discussed politics."
Management
SAMMIE Award Finalists Lauded at Public Service Week Breakfast
Three Cabinet members and lawmakers express gratitude to federal workforce.
Pay & Benefits
How Unions Hope to Protect Their Members Amid Upcoming Agency Reforms
Employee advocates urge management to consult with them early on in the reorganization process, but there is no legal obligation to do so.
Route Fifty
Richmond Mayor Calls Council Move an ‘Overreach of Legislative Authority’
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Boise River flood emergency; Trump taps Texas mayor for HUD post; and tablet computers for Colorado inmates.
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Father of the Internet: 'AI Stands for Artificial Idiot’
Vint Cerf has serious concerns about the military's use of the internet of things.
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