Oversight

A Guide for Breaking Free From Trump’s 'Muzzle' on Federal Employees

Democratic Reps. Beyer and Lieu stress whistleblower resources such as IG hotlines.

Management

Consumer Bureau's Constitutionality Goes Before Full Appeals Court

Case revolves around president’s authority to fire director.

Management

The Myth of the Alpha Leader is Destroying Our Relationships — At Work and At Home

When an entire culture conflates leadership with aggressive domination, it opens the door to bad behavior in both the boardroom and the living room.

Defense

F-35 General: Boeing Heard Nothing ‘Unreleasable’ in F-35 Call With Trump

The discussions that we had were all pre-decisional,” Lt. Gen. Bogdan tells lawmakers.

Management

The Scandal That May Haunt the New Nominee for Labor Secretary

R. Alexander Acosta was the head of the civil rights division at the Department of Justice in the Bush administration when subordinates skirted civil-service laws and engaged in politicized hiring.

Nextgov

New York DA to Trump: Have Our Backs Against Cop-proof Encryption

New York District Attorney Cyrus Vance advocated a congressional ban on cop-proof encryption, but legislation never got off the ground.

Oversight

Play of the Day: Donald Trump's First Solo Press Conference as President

He went over an hour and he hit a lot of topics.

Management

GSA Moves Closer to Ending Reliance on DUNS Numbers in Contracting

The controversial, proprietary system used to identify companies in federal procurements could be rebid in 2018.

Management

An Old Contracting Approach Could Be Just What the New Administration Needs

To tackle new projects without new money, share-in-savings contracts offer a viable option.

Route Fifty

Trump Intergovernmental Affairs Official: ‘We Have an Open Door Policy’

The deputy director of the White House’s Office of Intergovernmental Affairs encouraged state and local officials to reach out: “Come in, meet with us, let us know what’s going on.”

Pay & Benefits

Republicans Defend Official Time but Say No One Should Use It Full Time

"We've been getting it wrong for far too long," lawmaker says.

Pay & Benefits

Planning for a Delayed Retirement

There are many things to consider if you plan to work beyond full retirement age.

Management

Congress and Trump Won't 'Terminate the EPA'

Instead, they’ll restrict the agency in far subtler ways.

Management

Alexander Acosta is Trump's New Pick for Secretary of Labor

The Bush administration veteran, who served on the National Labor Relations Board and the Justice Department, is a conservative choice who would give the Trump cabinet its first Hispanic member.

Management

Americans Just Experienced Their Biggest Spike in Stress in a Decade

Two-thirds of Americans—including a majority of both Democrats and Republicans—say they are stressed about the future of the country.

Management

Proof That All People in Power Should Get a Good Night's Sleep

A new study suggests lack of sleep makes it harder to regulate negative emotions, and could make managers and bosses more likely to lash out.

Management

A New Trial Is Under Way for Occupiers of Federal Facility in Oregon

After initial group was acquitted, DOJ promises to ensure justice is served.

Oversight

Justice Dept. Watchdog Asked to Wade Into Trump Intel Dispute

Republicans seek focus on leaks of classified material while Democrats want broad probe of fired Gen. Flynn.

Route Fifty

Alaska Declares ‘Public Health Disaster’ for Opioids; Palm Springs Ex-Mayor Facing 21 Counts

Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Phoenix City Council rejects “sanctuary city” request; San Francisco may toll famous street; and Maine governor’s low salary.