Oversight
Hillary Clinton Breaks Up a Tea Party in the House
Many GOP lawmakers elected in 2010 would drop out rather than face the prospect of another Democratic president.
Management
What the Supreme Court Immigration Ruling Means for Hillary Clinton
She has vowed to expand President Obama’s executive actions. Thursday’s decision won’t necessarily prevent her from doing so.
Oversight
Play of the Day: A Sit-in on the Hill
Democrats sat on their butts… in the hopes of getting something done.
Route Fifty
New Climate Scenarios Put Major Sections of Boston Underwater
One scenario predicts sea levels that will be 10 feet higher by the end of the century. But even a 3-foot increase could inundate large sections of the city.
Management
What Would a Bunch of Vets Tell the Presidential Candidates If They Were Trapped on an Elevator Together?
Don’t privatize VA health care, and don't treat us like political props, among other things.
Route Fifty
Columbus ‘Put Forward an Impressive, Holistic Vision’ for Its Winning Smart City Plan
“They were able to connect the problems they identified to specific technology solutions that are measurable,” said Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx.
Pay & Benefits
Comparing Your Income Before and After Retirement
How what you can expect to receive stacks up against what you make now.
Management
Lawmaker: Feds Shouldn't Be Punished for Refusing to Break Rules
Measure would block the implementation of a recent federal court decision.
Nextgov
Better Data Just Saved Taxpayers $900 Million in Medicare Fraud
HHS recently hired a chief data officer and has aggressive plans for a cadre of new data gurus.
Nextgov
CIO: FEMA To Pare Down Staff Devices
FEMA is also trying to ensure that staff can use the same devices both during emergencies and during quiet periods in between.
News
How Well Do You Really Know the Presidential Candidates?
It’s hard to keep track of all the crazy statements the presidential candidates have uttered.
Oversight
A Supreme Deadlock on Immigration
The justices split 4-4 on the Obama administration’s 2014 immigration plan, effectively blocking it.
Management
Clinton's Private Email Server Was Briefly Locked Down in 2011
Judicial Watch releases State Department documents showing fear of breaches.
Management
Why Women (Sometimes) Don't Help Other Women
It’s not because they’re inherently harsher leaders than men, but because they often respond to sexism by trying to distance themselves from other women.
Nextgov
Official: Feedback on DHS Silicon Valley Experiment Has Been Positive
Homeland Security wants startups to pitch new technology without being asked.
Route Fifty
Budget-Strapped Kansas to Borrow $900 Million From Itself; Employees Blamed for N.Y. Prison Escape
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Chicago approves sick leave for all workers; mass shootings spur Denver schools’ switch to push-button locks; and Louisiana Republicans buck governor on shortfall.
Management
Why Do So Many Feds Shun the Senior Executive Service?
Large numbers of federal employees are opting not to apply for top federal positions, despite the higher salaries they would earn.
Nextgov
Boss of GSA’s 18F Tech Team Steps Down
The director of the Presidential Innovation Fellows is also leaving.
Pay & Benefits
Next Shutdown, Feds Can Take Their Government Guns Home With Them
New law will allow certain federal employees to retain their firearms when they are furloughed.
Oversight