Management
Should Border Agents Scroll Through Foreigners’ Facebook Profiles?
A proposed change to a common U.S. customs form would allow the government to vet travelers’ social media accounts.
Management
Why the Clinton-Obama Road Show Is Launching in a Different State
The switch in their first joint campaign appearance is a reflection of the Democrats' confidence—and her lead in the polls.
Management
How to Field Questions From the Public Like a Pro
Surprise people with your humanity and accountability.
Management
Nominee for OMB Deputy Slot Promises Focus on the Presidential Transition
Senators quiz Mayock on management challenges, “midnight regulations.”
Nextgov
What the Military Is Learning From a Chameleon Sandbox
Made up of kinetic sand, a toy that feels like the stuff on the beach but has the consistency of Silly Putty, the system's miniature bridges, lakes and other structures morph -- or disappear -- when a finger crushes critical infrastructure.
Route Fifty
How Colorado’s Energy Revolution Continues to Take Shape
As the shift away from coal continues, “pay attention to the activity in the states, because that’s where the primary activity is,” says former Gov. Bill Ritter.
Defense
Is America's Foreign-Policy Pendulum Swinging Back to Intervention?
After Obama’s two terms in office, will his successor push America back toward a more robust engagement with the world?
Management
To Make the Most of a Three-day Weekend, Be a Little Lazy Before and After
A short vacation can be just as good for your health as a long one.
Defense
John Kerry: "We Are Not Frozen in a Nightmare"
Defending the Obama Administration’s geopolitical record, the secretary of state laid out a vision of an America that is globalist, engaged, and deeply interventionist.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Elizabeth Warren (Kind Of) Takes Center Stage
Donald Trump sets his sights on the potential veep pick while she campaigns with Hillary Clinton.
Management
More Than $100 Million in Taxpayer Money Mistakenly Went to Vets in Prison
Audit says VA dropped the ball on monitoring overpayments to incarcerated vets because it was so focused on reducing the disability claims backlog.
Route Fifty
Following Plea to White House, Mayor of Struggling Former Steel Town Turns to Trump
“Whenever you're desperate … you take chances,” according to the Democratic mayor of Monessen, Pennsylvania.
Management
Stakeholders Voice Concerns Over Latest Postal Reform Efforts
Lawmakers hoped everyone was on board but many still have complaints.
Nextgov
Why GitHub Chased the Federal Market
It's no cakewalk, exactly, to get the federal sector to embrace certain open source tools.
Management
SBA to Interpret Supreme Court Contractor Ruling for Small Business
"Kingdomware" decision applies to VA but could affect broader regulations.
Nextgov
'Innovation' Without a Business Case Is A Waste of Time, Says FCC Official
The commission debuted three new applications in the past week.
Oversight
Why the U.S. Senate Blocked Funding to Combat Zika
Democrats objected to restrictions on Planned Parenthood and other spending cuts. The bill’s failure likely ensured that Congress will miss a July 4 deadline to pass emergency aid
Route Fifty
New Jersey Looks at Hiking Its Gas Tax; Big Job Cuts to Hit Michigan Hard
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Big salmon ruling in Washington state; GOP legislature looks to override Missouri governor’s veto on gun legislation; and bad juvenile justice data in Ohio.
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