Defense
Union: Repeal Cuts to Pentagon Travel Per Diems
House and Senate bills are at odds over scrapping policy that would lower lodging and meal rates for long-term government travelers at Defense.
Management
What We Talk About When We Talk About Clinton's Accomplishments
A campaign centered around the former State Department chief's long track record seems unable to detail what that record includes.
Oversight
With a Shutdown Approaching, Dems Promote National Parks
A bill marking National Park Service centennial comes weeks before the parks could be shuttered.
Pay & Benefits
Senate Passes Measure to Streamline Federal Hiring
Supporters call bill a win for agencies, applicants and taxpayers.
Route Fifty
Ferguson’s Credit Rating Lowered to Junk By Moody’s
The downgrade comes as the Missouri city faces litigation and federal scrutiny stemming from last year’s police shooting of an unarmed black teen.
Nextgov
If You Fall for a Phishing Scam, Should You Lose Your Security Clearance?
CISOs are concerned about how frequently even senior-level federal employees fall for the bogus emails.
Management
Nine Census Employees Were Paid for 100 Full Days They Did Not Work
IG tallies time card fraud at $1.1 million.
Management
Swedish Experiment Shows the Benefits of a Shorter Work Day
Nurses working six-hour days at a Swedish care home are reportedly more energetic and less stressed.
Management
What Do Fashion Design and Government Have in Common?
Think user experience, not product.
Management
The Founding Fathers Would Have Hated the Trump Campaign’s Comments On Religion
The freedom to practice a religion of your choice is one of the basic tenants of the constitution.
Oversight
GOP Leaders Try to Urge Conservatives Away From a Shutdown
NRCC Chairman warns Republicans that shutting down the government over Planned Parenthood funding could have dire repercussions.
Management
HHS Unveils New Rules for Doctors Treating Opiate Drug Abuse
Coupling medicine with counseling and behavioral therapy is a comprehensive path to recovery, according to HHS.
Management
Here's Why Carly Fiorina Was the Consensus Debate Winner
The only female candidate on the GOP debate stage proved she could hang with the boys—but also represent “women all over this country.”
Nextgov
Army CYBERCOM Conducts ‘Experiments,’ While Navy Cyber Fleet Faces 'Real’ Deal
To fight off hackers, nontechies in the branches need training and practic,e too.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Late-Night Gives Us More Debate Wrapup
Ben Carson is too languid and the Trump/Paul feud heats up.
Management
Lawmakers Praise Top Sky Cop For Swiftly Handling Sex Scandal
Federal air marshals allegedly hired prostitutes and recorded sex acts on government phones while on the job overseas.
News
Defense Chief Says Treatment of Civilians Is ‘Appalling’
Carter makes comments as Pentagon pushes major personnel overhaul.
Management
GSA Softens Role as Office ‘Space Police’ in Seeking Budget Savings
Buildings Commissioner Norman Dong exploits data analytics to monitor energy use, inventory property.
Management
Courage Is a Muscle. Exercise It.
Most of the things that require leadership bravery aren't big splashy acts.
Management