Oversight
Paul Ryan Calls Trump's Handling of Immigration Order 'Regrettable'
But despite criticism from Republican lawmakers, the speaker defended the underlying policy: “What is happening is something that we support,” he told reporters Tuesday.
Defense
Are Trump's Generals Mounting a Defense of Democratic Institutions?
Progressives were worried about the heavy concentration of retired brass in the new administration, but James Mattis and John Kelly could prove to be the most effective checks on the president.
Pay & Benefits
Trump Will Keep Obama’s Workplace Protections For Gay and Transgender People
It protects the roughly 28 million people who work for federal contractors.
Defense
New Homeland Security Team Defends Rushed Response to Trump Directives
Secretary Kelly denies reports he was surprised by White House border policy.
Route Fifty
Kasich Has No Medicaid Back-Up Plan in Ohio; Iowa Looking at Big Changes to State Pensions
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Supporters of federal public lands rally in Montana; Tenn. governor pushing broadband proposal; and lack of transparency at issue in Salt Lake City.
Management
Trump Says He Fixed F-35 Program in Two Months
The president says the project is “now in good shape,” but pledges to continue considering Super Hornet bids from Boeing.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Give Federal Employees a 3.2 Percent Pay Raise in 2018
FAIR Act author says the boost is necessary due to the demonization of civil servants in recent years.
Defense
The U.S.'s Top Immigration Official Was Removed From His Job Late Monday Night
Is the Trump administration sending a message?
Management
An Acting Attorney General Fired for Defying Trump
Monday night began with a dramatic showdown between the Trump administration and the Department of Justice over the legality of Trump’s executive order on immigration.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump Loves 'Finding Dory'
The president watched a movie about a family being separated over the weekend.
Management
OMB Nominee Needs to Understand Creating a 'High-Performing' Workforce Won't Be Easy
Rep. Mick Mulvaney wants to do a better job of rewarding top employees and holding poor performers accountable.
Route Fifty
Trump to Meet With U.S. Governors in February
The president will host a dinner when the National Governors Association is in D.C. next month, and a private sit-down is also expected.
Management
White House to ‘Career Bureaucrats’ Who Disagree With Trump: Get On Board or Get Out
Statement comes after career State Department employees sign dissent against Trump orders.
Management
Defense Could Be Next to Announce Hiring Freeze Exemptions
Spokesman says department is finalizing guidance; senators urge exemptions for naval shipyard workers, citing national security.
Tech
Astronauts Will Soon Wear These New Lightweight Spacesuits — Reebok Boots Included
Athleisure for astronauts?
Management
White House to EPA Employees: Don’t Believe Everything You Hear
EPA’s contract freeze has thawed.
Management
Trump’s Lobbying Ban Draws Mixed Reviews From Ethics Groups
White House ethics order cancels Obama’s similar directive from 2009.
Route Fifty
Unpaid State Employee Health Care Bills Mount in Illinois; L.A. Police Worry About Trump Order
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: S.C. may outlaw exotic animals; water agency in Ky. coal country under investigation; and Texas petrochemical plant plan irks farmers.
Management
Trump Signs One In, Two Out Order to Slash Federal Regulations
Agencies must now examine net costs of new and old regulations.
Management