Management
The Longest TSA Line You've Seen is at Chicago's Midway Airport
It took one YouTube user two and a half minutes to reach the end.
Nextgov
Spy Chief Finally Moves Ahead with Using Social Media in Federal Background Checks
Publicly available social media postings may soon be incorporated into government background investigations.
Nextgov
FDIC Calls ‘Major’ Data Breaches Accidental
The failure of an agency to classify a cyberincident as a "major" one could stall reporting of the incident.
Nextgov
Contractor Working on OPM’s Cyber Upgrades Suddenly Quits, Citing 'Financial Distress'
Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., said she's “concerned that Imperatis’ default may now delay OPM’s much-needed IT infrastructure and security fixes."
Management
Park Service Defends Partnerships Against Fears of Commercialism
Director Jarvis cites stretched budget, says NPS has engaged corporate America and private philanthropists for 100 years.
Pay & Benefits
Military Pay Raise, TRICARE Reform Bill Advances in Senate
Panel approves NDAA which also calls on Defense to reduce the Senior Executive Service by 25 percent by 2019.
Management
The Most Inspiring Parts of Obama's 22 Graduation Speeches
Inspiration for grads, kids, and adults alike.
Defense
More Fallout From the Iran Sailor Incident
The U.S. Navy relieves an officer of command for his role in the January 12 detention of 10 U.S. sailors by Iranian forces.
Management
America's Last Fighter Jet Makers Scramble to Keep Production Alive
The end is nearing for the F-15, F-16, and F/A-18 lines unless more orders come in soon.
Tech
GSA’s Digital Services Team Exposed 100 Google Drives, Watchdog Finds
The inspector general issues an alert on a vulnerability that had existed since October 2015.
Tech
White House Launches the National Microbiome Initiative
Half a billion dollars are being pledged to study the microbes in humans, crops, soils, oceans, and more.
Route Fifty
Schools Are Put on Federal Notice to Respect Transgender Rights
In a letter sent Friday, federal officials warn local districts not to discriminate against students using restrooms.
Nextgov
Navy’s NGEN Recompete Could Go Out to Bid in January
The next iteration of NGEN will allow the Navy and Marine Corps to acquire more commercial capabilities in addition to the 34 service areas under the current contract.
Management
Good Managers Watch the Actors, Not Just the Action
They watch how people perform and conduct themselves across a range of situations.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump and His Tax Returns
The Daily Show wonders why the self-described billionaire hasn't released his financial information.
Management
TSA Chief Promises More Staffing, Better Accountability
Committee members grill administrator, but suggest he’s moving in the right direction.
Management
A Legal Victory Against Obamacare
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., ruled against the Obama administration’s method of funding a major Affordable Care Act subsidy.
Defense
The First Infantry Women of the U.S. Marines
The Corps has approved two women for roles previously open only to men.
Oversight
The House Freedom Caucus Is Trying to Be Reasonable on the Budget
The cadre of conservative budget hawks on the Hill feels damned if it does play spoiler in budget negotiations, and damned if it doesn’t.
Defense