Management
FBI Director Won't Apologize for Marijuana Comments
James Comey attempts to set the record straight about his opinion of his agency’s anti-cannabis hiring policies.
Nextgov
Feds Could Save $20 Billion With Better IT Infrastructure Initiatives, Study Finds
Network capabilities remain a major hurdle.
Management
House Democratic Leadership 'Leaning Toward' Playing Ball on Benghazi Select Committee
Democrats would appoint 5 members, but still think the committee is a sideshow.
Management
Obama Vows to Hold Veterans Affairs Employees Accountable if Allegations Are True
The president called reports of mismanagement of veterans' medical care 'disgraceful,' but stands by the department's secretary.
Tech
Justice Department Plans to Reveal Legal Justification for Using Drones on American Citizens
The legal argument has been a point of contention since the 2011 drone strike that killed Anwar al-Awlaki.
Management
Could Ghosts or Ancient Hexes Be Stalling Construction on Homeland Security Headquarters?
Project is far behind schedule and way over budget.
Management
The Latest Battleground for Immigration Reform Lies Within the Military
A proposal to let dreamers enlist in the military, and get legal status, has stalled in Congress.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Hillary?
The GOP isn't scared of Hillary. If they were, why would Stephen Colbert be laughing so hard?
Management
5 Tips for Finding Your Mentor at Any Age
Sometimes the sage can learn as much as the novice.
Employee Policy
Bill would help DHS attract cybersecurity experts
The chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, this week introduced a bill that would grant the Department of Homeland Security hiring and compensation authorities to make it easier to attract, hire and retain cybersecurity experts.
Employee Policy
President delivers statement on alleged VA misconduct
President Obama spoke to reporters about allegations of misconduct at Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities at a White House press briefing May 21.
Employee Policy
Marijuana policy complicates cyber hiring at FBI
Marijuana and federal employment don't mix, but the FBI may be trying to find a way around that.
Nextgov
Personnel Reform and Better Technology Are Intrinsically Linked
It isn't enough to ask employees to do more with less -- they must do things differently.
Defense One
After Benghazi, Specialized Crisis Response Teams Are Now the ‘New Normal’
In the wake of the Benghazi attack, the Pentagon realized it needed a smaller, more agile footprint in North Africa. By Ben Watson
Management
FBI Director: Don't Let Weed Stop You from Applying to the FBI
Increasingly outdated anti-marijuana policy is complicating the bureau's efforts to fight cyber crime.
Management
NTSB Reveals Two Near Midair Plane Collisions in Two Days
In one of the incidents, planes were flying at heights assigned by air traffic control.
Management
Shinseki, Hagel Make a Surprise Visit to Congress as VA Scandal Intensifies
Trip to the Hill comes as several congressional Republicans call for the Veterans Affairs secretary's resignation.
Defense One
Four DARPA Projects That Could Be Bigger Than The Internet
The multiple applications of the military’s mad science projects. By Patrick Tucker
Management
How Agencies Can Get More From Their Employees Despite Budget Cuts
Chief human capital officers recommend changes to workforce management.
Management