Oversight
Skip Electoral College Math
Concentrate on the popular vote in the presidential race, not the Electoral College. It’s a waste of time.
News
Mermaids? NOAA Says No
The agency decided to set the record straight on the mythological creature.
Tech
OMB defends its progress weeding out federal websites
Sen. Tom Coburn releases CRS analysis of the White House’s Campaign to Cut Waste.
Nextgov
Defense idles firefighting C-130s following crash
The aircraft are equipped to fight wildfires in support of the Forest Service.
Management
Scientists join opposition to STOCK Act disclosure requirements
Group says new provisions invade federal scientists’ privacy.
Pay & Benefits
TSP funds post positive returns in June
Upward trend is due in part to European compromise.
Management
Unscheduled leave, telework still available for feds
Friday’s storm has left hundreds of thousands without power.
Oversight
Senate confirms new Nuclear Regulatory chief
Obama-picked MacFarlane will lead the troubled commission until July 2013.
Defense
GOP lawmaker: National security leaks ‘probably the most damaging’ in U.S. history
Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Mich., offers stark assessment in interview with National Journal.
Nextgov
Former DHS contractor nabbed in immigrant form forgery plot
Twice in roughly a year, USCIS allegedly falls prey to an inside job.
Management
Report: Health care law deadlines may be pushed back
Federal government says key elements are on schedule.
News
Drinking on the Job? You're Fired
Eight federal air marshals lose their jobs for drinking at a restaurant while on the clock.
Defense
Fort Bragg shooter dies from his wounds
The murder-suicide may have been prompted by legal troubles.
Nextgov
DISA awards major Army network maintenance contract to tainted company
Winner paid $2.3 million to settle False Claims Act charges last year.
Oversight
Senator: U.S. attorney has no choice but to pursue contempt case against Holder
Justice Department official had said he would not take any action to prosecute attorney general.
Tech
Cyber Summer Camp
More state-level camps and competitions are necessary to inspire the interest that is necessary for a capable cybersecurity workforce.
Management
Washington-area agencies open after severe weekend storm
Employees can take unscheduled leave or telework.
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