Oversight
Play of the Day: Rex Tillerson's Alias Was Too Masculine
Stephen Colbert wonders if the State Department chief's fake email handle actually worked.
Route Fifty
Download Our New Ebook: ‘Navigating America’s Tough Intergovernmental Challenges’
From finance to health care to transportation, there are plenty of policy priorities for state and local governments in the nation’s capital and beyond as the new Trump administration continues to take shape.
Management
Here’s Something We Can All Agree On: Agencies Need to Deliver Results
In a time of superheated politics, a focus on government performance is especially important.
Management
Why Trump's Budget Cuts Are Even More Severe Than Advertised
By one measure, Trump’s proposals represent a 25 percent reduction to domestic agencies.
Oversight
Why the CBO Scares Donald Trump
The president and his aides may prefer “alternative facts” to the real thing, but they also have little use for anyone else’s conclusions.
Management
Trump Nominees’ Complex Finances Slow Vetting Process
A progress report shows the administration is far behind on staffing key positions.
Route Fifty
Illinois Comptroller Halts Payments for Governor’s Top Initiative
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Tennessee sues feds over refugee resettlement; Texas lawmakers target local taxes; and Jacksonville’s battle with Formosan termites.
Management
Majority of Agencies Have Fallen Behind on Updating FOIA Rules
Survey finds that just over a third have responded to new law.
Management
Democrats Threaten Shutdown Over Trump, Republican Priorities
ICE buildup, wall funding and other riders could cause trouble for spending bills.
Management
Largest Deportation Campaign In U.S. History Is No Match For Trump’s Plan
In 1954, the U.S. Border Patrol's Operation Wetback promised to deport millions of undocumented Mexicans. It fell far short of its target, but made a mark in the minds of immigrants who lived in fear.
Route Fifty
Phoenix’s Mayor Is Ready to Battle for the City’s Values and Economy
At SXSW, Greg Stanton is a happy warrior against state and federal interference.
Management
There’s A Very Good Reason To Hire Overqualified Workers
Just make sure they aren't too overqualified.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Is It Still Wiretapping If It's Done Through a Microwave?
Kellyanne Conway defends her remarks about surveillance.
Management
Here’s Why Your Gut Instinct Is Wrong At Work – And How To Know When It Isn’t
Should you go with your gut when hiring an employee or making another decision on the job? The research suggests that in most cases, probably not.
Management
Washington-Area Agencies Open Under 3-Hour Delay
Employees also have the option to take unscheduled leave, telework.
Route Fifty
Will Trump’s Budget Call for Axing an Agency That Works to Assist Appalachia?
Such a plan would align with previous proposals from GOP lawmakers and the Heritage Foundation.
Route Fifty
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly for Sanctuary Cities
“Don’t just comply with these ICE detainers,” the State and Local Legal Center’s executive director advised city leaders. “You’re going to get yourself in a world of hurt if you do that.”
Nextgov
Trump Cyber Czar Brings Deep Expertise but Maybe Some Baggage, Too
Rob Joyce led hacking operations at NSA, which may turn off some businesses wary of post-Snowden links to the intel community.
Management
Trump Regulatory Reform Should Focus on Smarter Rules, Analysts Say
Deloitte specialists call for greater use of digital technology in one in, two out push.
Management