Defense

State Department turned down security request from embassy in Libya

Critics say Washington may have neglected diplomatic efforts in the country.

Management

The party's over at the Secret Service

New policies limit alcohol and warn against revealing Facebook comments.

Oversight

Capitol Hill offices lagging in staff diversity

Voluntary surveys find minority hiring to be surprisingly low, especially at senior levels.

Oversight

67.2 million watched the first presidential debate

Figure marks a 28 percent increase from the first debate in 2008.

Management

The NIH Doctor Who Pioneered Life-Saving Treatments

Dr. Neal Young of the NIH saved the lives of thousands of people suffering from a deadly blood disorder.

Oversight

Biden chomps at bit for his turn at debate

Says event will highlight fundamental differences with GOP vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan.

Oversight

Stopgap spending measure provides clarity to sequester threat

If sequestration occurs in January, it will be based on funding levels in current CR.

Defense

Officials nab fugitive felon posing as a federal agent

Homeland Security IG works with U.S. Marshals Service and local sheriff’s office to locate impersonator.