Oversight

Play of the Day: Everyone’s Got March Madness

Barack Obama and Bill Clinton fill out sheets for their NCAA pools.

Defense

How Many Americans Are on the Kill List? Zero.

The Obama administration has asserted it has legal authority to kill U.S. citizens who join al-Qaida.

Management

The Fort Hood Shooter Can't Dodge the Death Penalty

Maj. Nidal Hasan won't be allowed to plead guilty to escape execution.

Management

3 Ways Agency Leadership Can Keep Employees Engaged

Promoting employee engagement is vital right now--here are three ways to do it.

Oversight

How Federal Workers Became the New 'Welfare Queens'

Bill targeting tax delinquent feds hits a conservative sweet spot.

Nextgov

Got a Problem with IT Reform? Let us Know.

The bill will fundamentally change the way agencies purchase technology.

Oversight

Senate Approves 2013 Spending Bill to Keep Government Open

House is warming to the plan, which extends the federal pay freeze and includes amendments to selectively ease sequestration.

Management

The 12 Best Very Small Agencies to Work For in Government

These agencies may be small but what they lack in size they make up for in job satisfaction.

Nextgov

Is the CIA Getting Out of the Drone Business?

The White House plans to take the power to launch drone strikes away from the CIA and make the program the exclusive to the Defense Department, according to reports.

Nextgov

A Bigger Staff Isn’t Helping VA Process Disability Claims Any Faster

Lawmaker laments lack of progress; department’s benefits chief says accuracy has improved.

Oversight

Bill Granting GAO More Power Passes House Panel

Legislation would give the comptroller general new investigative and audit authorities.

Oversight

Analysis: It's Time for the Feds to Investigate Prison Abuse

The Bureau of Prisons has been accused of the systematic mistreatment of mentally ill inmates. DOJ's Office of the Inspector General should look into the matter.

Management

The Complete Guide to Taking Notes Effectively at Work

Everything you need to know about taking notes at work, but never bothered to ask.

Nextgov

House Lawmaker Wants VA Benefits Chief to Resign

Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman says Allison Hickey is ill-equipped to manage the claims backlog.

Defense

The First Days of the Iraq War, as Seen Through Correspondents

It is clear there were no simple answers to the farthest-reaching questions.