News
Consumer Bureau Couldn't Buy Better Publicity
Profile paints picture of a powerful watchdog "striking fear into the lending industry."
Management
Drone Manufacturer Has Been Flying Spy Missions For Defense Since Early August
The US military has hired General Atomics to fly some missions — just ISR so far, but what about the future?
Management
How to Measure IT’s Strategic Value
CIOs need to create metrics that go beyond server downtime.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Clinton Has Some Explaining To Do
After being pressed on her email scandal, the Democrat can't come up with a good answer.
Nextgov
Ex-State Employee Allegedly Cyberstalked Hundreds of Coeds from Embassy Computer
Criminal checks into suspect Michael C. Ford later revealed a history of voyeurism.
Route Fifty
In 3 States, an Overwhelming Response to New Driver’s Licenses for Undocumented Immigrants
In California, Colorado and Connecticut, more than 500,000 licenses have been issued to applicants with no proof of U.S. residency. “This issue is dynamic and gaining traction,” says one expert.
Pay & Benefits
New Health Care Benefits, Another Hack Involving Feds and More
Some federal workers may be feeling extra generous come CFC season.
News
Why Obama’s Post-Presidential Role Model Could be Herbert Hoover
President shows some interest in tackling government reform after he leaves office.
Management
State Department Still Vague on Who Okayed Clinton Email Set-Up
Variety of possible players hinted at in new court filing.
Pay & Benefits
Things Don’t Look Good for a 2016 COLA
Federal retirees aren’t likely to see a cost-of-living adjustment increase next year, based on current data.
Defense
Top Admiral Opens the Door to Women Joining the Navy SEALs
Admiral Jonathan Greenert says “there is no reason” why women can’t join the elite unit if they can pass the notoriously difficult training program.
Management
Supreme Court: Constitution Protects Birthright Citizenship
In a case with a lot of similarities to today’s immigration debate, the high court said the children of undocumented immigrants are still U.S. citizens.
Defense
Manning Is In Trouble For Violating Prison Rules for Magazines, Books
The U.S. soldier convicted of leaking classified information has been found guilty of violating rules for permitted reading material.
Defense
The Release of Ashley Madison Hack Data Is Embarrassing – And a Major Security Threat
The basic identifying information from the breach of the site can be used access other systems.
Insights
Agencies Face Technological and Human Challenges in Strengthening Customer Experience
In order to successfully improve federal customer service, agencies need to take a nuanced, multi-faceted approach to implementing reforms.
Oversight
Senior Execs and Managers Blast Union for ‘Hit List’ of VA Officials to Fire
Congressional panels asked to investigate ‘internal review’ of management.
Route Fifty
Route Fifty City-County Roadtrip Recap: Should Frederick Remove Its Bust of a Pro-Slavery Historic Figure?
In this historic city, the legacy of the Civil War and slavery is front and center.
Defense
Here Are the Two Women Who Completed Army's Ranger School
Shortly after two women earned their Army Ranger tabs, the Navy's top admiral said SEALs will give women their shot.
Route Fifty
Drought-Fueled ‘Self Deportation’ in California; Ashley Madison Hack’s Municipal Targets
Also: Aging Twin Cities suburbs go begging for subsidies and a look at where Confederate flag rallies have taken place.
Management