Defense One
McCain Calls for Obama’s National Security Team to Resign Over Iraq
Fuming Republican senators blast the administration for abandoning Iraq as Sen. John McCain says Obama’s national security team should resign. By Kevin Baron
Management
In Defense of Meetings
Just because we’ve had bad experiences with meetings doesn’t mean we need to throw them out entirely.
Defense
Obama: Iraq Will Need More Help
As a militant group continues to sweep through the country, the president says his administration is prepared to act.
Oversight
Republicans Would be Better Off Dropping the Idea That All Government Is Bad
It's not just Eric Cantor. Reformist conservatives have good ideas, but until they drop the idea that all government is bad, they'll never be realistic.
Oversight
Congress Could Almost Be Done With VA Reform for the Year
Senate passes bill making it easier to fire incompetent VA officials and expanding veterans' access to health care.
Management
How the Rush Syndrome Affects Your Job and Your Health
Adrenaline addiction can be as harmful as cocaine.
Defense One
Hagel Fires Back at Bergdahl Criticism in Congress
At a hearing Wednesday, Defense Secretary Hagel lectured House Armed Services Committee members about war, saying the Bergdahl deal was the right call. By Molly O’Toole
Oversight
One Chart Tracking the Many Ways Congress Wants to Fix VA
Lawmakers are weighing at least nine major bills to address the department’s workforce and constituents.
Defense One
How the Pentagon Can Track the Taliban 5
The Taliban 5 may disappear back into the fight, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t findable. By Patrick Tucker
Management
CIA Uses Its First Public Conference to Stress Value of Human Sources
Director Brennan tells Georgetown University crowd spy agency remains indispensable.
Nextgov
What the University of the Future Will Look Like
Tomorrow's higher-education institutions will be accessible, flexible, innovative and job-focused, emphasizing lifelong learning.
Management
Donovan Welcomes What Senator Calls the Best and Worst Job in Government
HUD secretary says he would bring data-driven approach to OMB.
Tech
Need to Know Memo: A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity
Agencies are taking proactive measures to address cyber vulnerabilities.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement Claims Backlog Could Be Eliminated by Year’s End
The backlog is just under 15,000 claims – the lowest it’s been since December.
Defense
Bergdahl Was Discharged from the Coast Guard for Psychological Reasons Before He Joined the Army
When Bergdahl enlisted in 2008, the Army was in the middle of the process of lowering its recruitment standards.
Management
FBI Joins Investigation Into VA Wait Times
Bureau is reviewing records to see if officials lied about wait times for medical care to receive a bonus.
Defense
Iraqi Militants Seize Control of Turkish Consulate in Mosul, Take Hostages
The 48 hostages are unharmed.
Management
VA Hiring Freeze Could Cut Unnecessary Layers of Management
Move may free up resources for additional medical services field staff.
Management