Tech
Why Countering Drones in Civilian Air Space Is So Problematic
Technology developments have outpaced law enforcement’s ability to respond effectively.
Management
Bill to Prevent 'Power-Hungry' Feds from Hiding Information Heads to Obama
The president is expected to sign bipartisan measure codifying “presumption of openness.”
Management
How Counterterrorism Funds Ended Up in the Orlando Terrorist's Pocket
The U.S. spends billions a year on counterterrorism, with generally poor oversight.
Defense
Computer Crash Wipes Out Years of Air Force Investigation Records
Fraud and abuse investigations dating back to 2004 vanished when a database became corrupted, service officials said.
Management
The FAA Would Like Amazon to Stop Sending Packages That Could Combust
The FAA alleges that Amazon’s shipment was not packaged properly, nor was it labeled for hazardous materials.
Oversight
Trump's Angry Broadside Against Muslims and Immigration
The presumptive Republican nominee responded to the shooting in Orlando with a blistering attack on Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Late Night Tries to Process the Orlando Massacre
After the massacre, comedians bring some small bit of levity.
Management
This Is No Way to Fix Defense Acquisition
The Senate’s plan, as spelled out in the defense authorization bill, could actually make things worse.
Nextgov
Where’s the Report on the Security of Unclassified IT Systems?
Congress ordered the review last year.
Nextgov
This Agency Has to Write a Government Contract Just to Promote its Facebook Posts
The Defense Commissary Agency wants more people to see its posts, which include recipes and food jokes.
Management
Groups For and Against Gun Control Praise ATF, FBI Handling of Orlando Shooting
“We’re going to look hard at our own work to see whether there is something we should have done differently,” FBI Director James Comey said.
Nextgov
Lack of Funding Means Several Agencies Won’t Be Getting Digital Service Teams After All
Of the 25 largest federal agencies slated for the effort, just three currently have officially chartered digital service teams.
Management
Senate Looks Likely to Support Easier Outsourcing at the Pentagon
Unions, White House and lawmakers in both parties are still pushing back.
Defense
POSYDON Is Like GPS, But for Underwater Drones
The U.S. Navy is developing a new kind of system—built specifically for drone submarines.
Management
In a First, Intel Community Publishes Its Diversity Numbers
Progress is shown in minority advancement, but percentages still trail other agencies.
News
George Voinovich, the Rare Politician Who Fought for Better Management
Former GOP senator, who died over the weekend, was a steadfast defender of federal employees.
Management
The Real Problem With Inflated Performance Evaluations
Any other management practice this intensely disliked—and flawed—would be scrapped.
Route Fifty
Texas Lt. Gov.’s ‘Unfortunate’ Orlando Posts; Backyard Chickens Spread Salmonella in 35 States
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: New Mexico fights endangered wolf releases; Pompton Lakes’ unusable, new dog park; and water testing up among Flint residents.
Pay & Benefits
House Lawmakers Want You To Know They’ve Denied Themselves A Pay Raise Again
The long-standing freeze on members’ salaries is about to enter its eighth consecutive year.
Management