News
The Lawmaker’s Art of Rushing Questions and Awaiting No Answers
Video evidence that lawmakers are often more interested in asking questions than getting answers.
Oversight
Bill to Prevent Payments to Dead People Clears Senate Panel
Bipartisan measure would expand agency access to Death Master File.
Oversight
What Congress Will Do Over Recess
Fishing in Canada. Island-hopping in Hawaii. A few town-halls, or 'sweet teas,' as one rep calls them.
Management
Watch Curiosity’s First Year on Mars in This Hypnotic Two Minute Time-lapse
NASA releases video showing the rover's entire year on Mars in two minutes.
Management
Obama Names Former Clinton Administration Official to Run Beleaguered IRS
Onetime leader of government’s response to Y2K threat left Freddie Mac board last year.
Pay & Benefits
Panel Approves 1 Percent Pay Hike for Troops and Civilians
House and Senate lawmakers disagree on pay increases for military and Defense employees.
Management
How I Lead: A NIH Exec Talks Leadership and the Importance of Communication
Twelve questions for David Whitmer, COO for the National Eye Institute.
Nextgov
The Government Has Something IT Pros Want: Training
Professional development opportunities could help agencies retain IT talent.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Funds Back in the Black in July
Plan bounced back after performing poorly in June.
Management
Where Leadership Goes to Die
A place where self-interest and self-promotion are paramount. Any guesses?
Defense
ATF Get Its First Confirmed Director in 7 Years
Senate approval of Todd Jones pleases agency alumni, gun control groups.
Pay & Benefits
Democrats Block Bills Limiting Feds’ Bonuses, Workplace Rights
Feds win temporary victory, though Republicans plan to move forward with legislation.
Nextgov
The Government Can't Connect a Single Death to Bradley Manning's Leaks
Sentencing gets underway with a setback for the prosecution.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Who Was Bradley Manning Working For?
Stephen Colbert dives into the news of the verdict.
Defense
Edward Snowden Has Left the Airport
The NSA leaker has reportedly been granted a one-year asylum in Russia.
Oversight
Analysis: Boehner’s Passive-Aggressive Style Heightens Risk of Government Shutdown
The House has nine legislative days left after recess to pass spending bills and reconcile them with the Senate.
Nextgov
The Untested Mobile Security System Defense Just Bought Isn't Functioning at USDA
The same contractors are providing both departments with similar software to prevent government-issued consumer gadgets from compromising networks.
Oversight