Management
Congress, FBI Already Investigating Potential Abuse of Federal Funds in Puerto Rico's Disaster Response
The federal government has ramped up disaster oversight post-Katrina, but current allegations involve local mayors.
Oversight
Trump's GSA Nominee Wins Bipartisan Praise
Emily Murphy would streamline disposal of excess property, seek economical leasing.
Defense
Slain Soldier's Mother: 'Trump Did Disrespect My Son'
Despite claiming he was better at consoling the families of slain servicemembers than his predecessors, Trump offended the family of La David Johnson and skipped calls and letters to other grieving loved ones.
Management
Lego Is Finally Celebrating the Women of NASA With Their Very Own Set
Astronauts and other key contributors to the space agency's most successful projects are now immortalized in brick form.
Oversight
Senator Threatens to Hold Up OPM Nominee Over Obamacare Rule Spat
Chairman of oversight committee has long sought documents related to a rule allowing congressional staff to purchase insurance on a small business exchange and receive employer subsidies.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers Urge Reversal of Defense Per Diem Cuts, Senate Debates Budget Resolution and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Management
State Department and White House Out of Sync on Federal Register
Trump’s memo on new Cuba policy has yet to be officially published, blogger notes.
Defense
How US Special Operators Helped Take Down Joseph Kony’s Army With Tailored Messages
For six years, an elite Army team waged psychological warfare against a murderous warlord. Here’s how they won.
Management
When It Comes To Making Good Decisions, Bad Options Can Help
The wrong choices can sometimes be helpful in getting to the right ones.
Management
The Government’s Big Real Estate Opportunity
Property should be a means to an end, and not an end unto itself.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump Is Calling, Writing, Not Calling and Not Writing
The president explains how he consoles the families of fallen service members.
Nextgov
4 Ideas to Prevent the Next Equifax
Congress could create minimum breach notification standards, increase oversight and rein in Social Security numbers.
Oversight
CIA Watchdog Nominee Denies Charges of Whistleblower Retaliation
Sharpley tells senators messy tale of how his agency lost Senate panel’s torture report.
Nextgov
What Agencies Need to Navigate the AI Frontier
Adopting artificial intelligence isn't a well-trodden path.
Management
Trump Administration’s Plan to Expand Private Care for Vets Sparks Fight Over VA's Future
Some stakeholders prepare for battle, while others take wait-and-see approach.
Nextgov
Microsoft Cloud Can Now Host Classified Pentagon Data
The Defense Department will be able to send data that requires a secret-level security clearance to view to the company’s cloud.
Route Fifty
Nobel for Behavioral Science Holds Lessons for Local Governments
Why behavioral science is “changing the way cities around the country design their policies, services, and the moments of choice within them.”
Pay & Benefits
Women Still Underrepresented in the Highest-Paid Federal Jobs
The situation has improved over the past decade, but it remains the case that the more a job pays, the more likely it is to be filled by a man.
Oversight
Trump’s Nominee for Drug Czar Withdraws
Rep. Marino faulted for championing bill to curb DEA powers for prosecuting opioid abuse.
Management