Management
On the Use of Memes in Government Communication
Don't rely on cat pictures, and humor can be tricky.
Management
Justice, HHS Recover $3.3 Billion from Medicare Fraudsters
IG report hints sequestration might have prevented recapturing even more.
Nextgov
Lawmakers Skeptical of Digital Service Funding Boost
Some House Republicans appeared to balk at the price tag for scaling up the Digital Service’s White House headquarters.
Tech
TSA Gave Expedited Screening to Former Domestic Terror Group Member
A supervisor overruled an alert officer who recognized the felon and raised concerns.
Management
How Old Is the Senior Executive Service?
Four percent of the government’s top leaders are under the age of 40, according to the latest data.
Management
Reverse Auctions Once Again in Lawmakers' Crosshairs
House Small Business subcommittee presses bill to restrict tool that could promote a “race to the bottom
Management
When Fatigue Boosts Creativity
Most of the time, we do better on tasks when we're most awake. But some problems require a mind that's just a bit tired—or otherwise impaired.
Route Fifty
Should Voter Registration Be Automatic?
Under a first-of-its-kind law, Oregon will mail a ballot to any citizen with a driver's license.
Management
Amazon Gets Approval for Experimental Drones
The FAA just granted limited approval for Amazon to test drones for research and development.
Oversight
Senate Leaves Lynch Nomination Unfinished
Chamber has adjourned for the weekend and the budget is next up on its agenda.
Route Fifty
McConnell to Governors: Don’t Comply with EPA Rules
The White House calls the Senate majority leader's efforts "inappropriate and unfounded."
Oversight
It Could Take Up to 30 Years for Hillary Clinton’s Emails to Reach the National Archives
It’s a long road from the former secretary’s inbox to the government agency, which doesn’t have the authority to implement record-keeping rules for other agencies.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Fitness (And Other) Tracking Devices at the White House
Obama's monitoring his fitness, but other White House employees have to wear different monitors.
Nextgov
This Is How the Military Eyes ISIS Oil Laundering from the Sky
By watching signs of the black market oil industry, NGA can glean clues to help its partners choke off the source of ISIS' money and fuel.
Defense One
Pentagon: The Costs of Major Weapon Systems Are Finally Coming Down
More than four years since Ashton Carter took on reforming Pentagon acquisition, the cost of the largest arms projects is beginning to stabilize, defense officials say.
Route Fifty
As Drought Crisis Deepens, California Localities Face Tough Ongoing Water Reductions
Santa Cruz can’t import water like many other Golden State cities. “We’re on our own,” water czar says.
Management
Americans Think Feds Are Doing More Harm Than Good for Local Cops
Survey finds voters -- especially Republicans -- do not think the federal government is helping community police forces.
Management
Obama Orders Agencies to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions Significantly
Agencies must reduce emissions by 40 percent within the next decade, and increase their use of renewable energy.
Oversight
House GOP's New Budget Plan: Figure It Out Later
The Budget Committee advanced a spending blueprint Thursday after dropping the amendment that stalled progress the night before.
Management