Pay & Benefits
Retirement returns grow steadily in February
All funds in the Thrift Savings Plan post slightly lower gains than January, but stay in the black.
News
Rick Santorum, Son of Civil Servants
Addressing attendees at the American Federation of Government Employees’ annual legislative conference last week, Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, delivered an unscripted aside attacking GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum. Brown blasted the former Pennsylvania senator’s comments about the “indoctrination” of American college students, drawing enthusiastic audience applause.
Pay & Benefits
Agriculture to offer more buyouts
Department plans to grant 300 buyouts and then hire 150 employees at lower grades.
Oversight
OPM asked to explain fellows program snafu
Lawmakers are concerned mistaken acceptance emails could be a sign of broader IT problems.
Oversight
IRS undercover operations should track expenses better, audit says
Progress cited in agent safety but stronger management controls advised.
Defense
Romney to mother of Army daughter: How can Obama sleep at night?
The GOP contender charges that Obama has not defined the U.S. mission in Afghanistan.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- 'Mitt Romney' talks gaffes on Saturday Night Live
In cold open, 'Romney' discusses his Michigan victory.
Defense
Steep military cuts would be irresponsible, lawmaker says
Armed Services chairman touts bill to pay for the first year of sequestration by reducing the federal workforce by 10 percent through attrition.
Oversight
Ron Paul: No federal financial aid for tornado victims
GOP candidate sees a role for the National Guard after disasters, but says FEMA's involvement causes 'frustration and anger.'
Management
Pentagon seeks to strengthen acquisition workforce
Previous effort at insourcing gives way to seeking proper balance.
Tech
CDC cuts could harm biodefense efforts
Proposed budget reductions would hit state and local readiness programs.
Oversight
Obama seeks feedback on federal grant reform
OMB proposal aims to boost efficiency and curb duplication.
Defense
Video: Heckler confronts Obama over Iran threat
At fundraiser, heckler shouts 'No war in Iran!' at president.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Romney's Blunt Amendment blunder
The Daily Show uses candidate's name to describe a quick change of heart.
News
Rep. Ross: I'm Not an Idiot
Do you get the feeling politicians aren't paying attention to what federal employees have to say about how things are being run in Washington? You may be wrong.
Management