Oversight

Leadership Lessons: Joseph Main, Mine Safety and Health Administration

Managing a crisis without disrupting day-to-day operations is a delicate balancing act.

Defense

CIA indictment highlights murky ties between reporters and intel officials

Justice Department charges lay out, in detail, former agent's allegedly extensive cooperation with a pair of journalists.

Defense

Sen. Rand Paul detained for refusing TSA patdown, spokeswoman says

TSA confirmed the incident, without naming the senator, but denied that any passenger had been 'detained.'

Oversight

Federal employees owe $1.03 billion in unpaid taxes, Post reports

The number includes congressional staffers; Rep. Chaffetz calls the fiscal 2010 figures ‘totally unacceptable.’

Oversight

Gingrich says he's a threat to Obama

Former House speaker positions himself as an outsider candidate, willing to cut spending and take on the establishment.

Oversight

Obama previews State of the Union address to supporters

President says speech will focus on 'building an economy that works for everyone, not just a wealthy few.'

Oversight

Federal agencies in Washington will open late because of wintry weather

Employees can arrive by 11 a.m. Monday, take unscheduled leave or telework.

News

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Oversight

New OMB team offers continuity in a turbulent time

Observers predict minimal change under acting director Jeffrey Zients.

Defense

Afghan troops ramp up attacks on Western trainers

Beyond their political impact, the attacks are threatening a core component of the U.S. strategy for winding down its involvement in Afghanistan.

Oversight

Lawmakers reach deal on controversial FAA labor provision

Agreement paves the way for finalization of a bill that has been years in the making.

Defense

Veterans can step up life insurance coverage

Under a 2010 law, program participants can gradually increase their coverage to $400,000.

Pay & Benefits

Pension tensions continue to mount

Retirement benefits for government employees debated, as economy and deficit reduction remain in the spotlight.

Management

Romney camp calls Gingrich 'granddaddy of earmarks'

Spending on pet projects 'exploded' during Gingrich’s speakership from 1995 to 1999, Romney supporters say.

Pay & Benefits

Social Security Quiz

A test of your knowledge of a key element in planning for your retirement.

News

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