Pay & Benefits
Obamacare Could Make FEHBP More Popular
It’s unclear how the extra enrollees would affect premiums.
Defense One
Pentagon Lets Joe Biden Do the Talking With China
Hagel and Dempsey have not talked to their Chinese counterparts during the latest tensions. The Pentagon says that’s by design. By Kevin Baron
Management
Hagel to Cut Hundreds of Staff, Contractors and Reorganize for $1B Savings
In July, the Defense secretary ordered a 20 percent reduction in the front office budget.
Pay & Benefits
Amid Talks of Pension Contribution Hikes, Lawmakers Speak Out for Feds
Several legislators say federal employees have already sacrificed enough.
Nextgov
Obamacare Enrollment Is Surging
Website fixes, spike in sign-ups may signal a turnaround for the law.
Defense
Man Arrested After Throwing Suspicious Object on White House Lawn
Incident happened near the North Lawn.
Management
FBI Agents Worry Criminals Will Have It Easier if Sequestration Continues
Furloughs, hiring freeze will prevent FBI from properly conducting its mission, group says.
Management
Budget Director 'Cautiously Optimistic' on Fiscal Talks
White House role is to 'be supportive and stay in touch' with negotiators, Burwell says.
Management
3 Reasons Why Overthinking Is the Root of All Your Problems
Don’t let past regrets or failures keep you from moving forward.
Nextgov
HealthCare.gov’s Lessons for Big Government
Site’s troubles prompt larger questions about government’s role in the economy.
Nextgov
For Some Feds, the Mobile Revolution Means the Workday Never Ends
Employees can work any time, anywhere, and many do just that.
Oversight
Optimism Persists for Budget Deal. Is It Real?
There are 10 days left before negotiators must report their recommendations.
Nextgov
Why Insurers Want HealthCare.gov (and Obamacare) to Work
Health plan providers are regularly providing technical feedback to the administration.
Management
The Art of Trickle-Down Performance Management
With the right metrics, complex intergovernmental programs really can work.
Management
BP Has Help Challenging Loss of Federal Contracts After Gulf Spill
Industry groups say suspension of all BP business units sets a dangerous precedent.
Nextgov
No More 'Wild Promises,' Insurer Doubts and Other HealthCare.gov News
Follow key reporting on the Obama administration’s signature policy initiative.
Management
This Is One of the Best Networking Tips for Introverts
Moving your location in the office could be hugely beneficial.
Management
Lawmaker Blasts GSA for 'Thwarting' Plan to Evict Trade Commission from Headquarters
Agency officials clash with oversight committee members over potential savings from building consolidation.
Nextgov