Defense
Senators Criticize VA Approach to Reviewing Sexual Assault Claims
Department’s letter to vets is 'inappropriate' given sensitivity of the issue, say lawmakers.
Management
‘Lead by Example,’ Obama Says in Push for Greener Federal Buildings
Targets set as part of larger plan to address climate change.
Oversight
IRS Scrutinized Progressive Groups as Well as Tea Party
Lawmaker faults IG report for omitting this angle.
Management
USAID Producing 'Mixed Results' in Rebuilding Haiti, GAO Finds
Port construction is two years late due to lack of expertise, auditors say.
Management
Drinking Coffee Doesn’t Cramp Creativity; It Helps Drive It
Consumed right, coffee can unleash your creativity.
Nextgov
Feds Still Ahead on Telework
Government leads the private sector on expanding opportunities to work remotely.
Nextgov
Navy Relieves Enterprise IT Program Manager
Capt. Shawn Hendricks had an “improper relationship” with a female contractor, officials said.
Management
The Most Persuasive Word You Can Use in a Meeting is “Yeah”
New MIT study identifies the most effective words used in meetings.
Oversight
Analysis: Why the IRS Scandal Needs a Special Prosecutor
Democratic and Republican cherry-picked findings aren't restoring public trust.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Where in the World is Edward Snowdiego?
The NSA leaker’s whereabouts are unknown.
Management
Obama's Last Hope for Climate Change: EPA
The president is getting serious about regulatory changes.
Oversight
Senate Votes to Double Border Security Agents
Language is part of a larger immigration reform bill that faces an uncertain future in the House.
Nextgov
Meet 43 Smart People Who Plan to Make Government Work Better
The second round of Presidential Innovation Fellows will focus on improving disaster response and federal financial systems.
Oversight
Report: IRS Screening Tactics Violated Agency’s Mission Statement
Acting chief Werfel’s 30-day review offers interim steps to correct management failures.
Management
The Health Benefits of Working With Your Hands
The scientific reasons why knowledge workers need to do more with their hands.
Nextgov
Nuclear Waste Tank at Hanford Site May Be Leaking, Officials Say
Elevated radiation levels represent “most disturbing news,” governor says.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Won't Give Your Info to the NSA
Director says his allegiance is to participants, not the intelligence agency.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Board Needs to ‘Get A Lot Smarter’
Retirement plan’s officials want to improve participant experience.
Pay & Benefits