Defense
From Nextgov: Pentagon official worries about implications of British hacking scandal
As the military expands the use of smartphones on the battlefield, the services pay a premium to secure them.
Oversight
Leaders looking to short-term solution to avert August default
White House suggests Obama might consider a short-term compromise; House GOP aide calls the idea a possibility until a larger deal is worked out.
News
Former comptroller adds another budget plan to debt crisis mix
David Walker presents two frameworks to deeply cut federal programs and agency budgets in installments or during crisis.
News
Federal unions decry agencies’ failure to develop labor partnerships
OPM agrees to name delinquent agencies and invite them to explain their delay in fulfilling requirements of a 2009 executive order.
Oversight
Congress threatens furloughs for FAA employees
Debate over funding extension could shut down agency unless lawmakers resolve controversial provisions.
Oversight
Reid says he's waiting on Boehner, Republicans, for word on debt plans
Senate leader says chamber is ready to move.
Defense
Watchdog says U.S. aid money in Afghanistan may be fueling insurgency
SIGAR audit paints a dispiriting picture of a massive U.S. aid effort that's effectiveness has been seriously impaired.
Management
Unplugging Data Centers
The shift to shared facilities is easier said than done, state and industry officials say.
News
Most Americans back debt ceiling compromise
Almost 70 percent of independents want Republican leaders to compromise, but 53 percent of Republicans want their lawmakers to stick to their positions.
Oversight
House passes balanced budget bill
Senate is not expected to approve legislation requiring a constitutional amendment to raise debt ceiling.
News
From Nextgov: Feds' strength may be in providing data, not building apps
Technology chiefs say agencies often can use their limited resources best by channeling accurate and timely information to entrepreneurs.
Defense
Pentagon acquisition chief seeks to reassure industry on budget cuts
With leaner times ahead for major weapons systems, profits still viable, Ashton Carter says.
Pay & Benefits
CRS report revisits public-private pay debate
Government workers typically are older, more educated than private sector employees -- important factors in determining salaries.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmaker pushes extension of pay freeze, workforce cuts
Republican Sen. Tom Coburn’s deficit reduction plan would limit salaries, bonuses and leave benefits, and eliminate 300,000 jobs.
Oversight
Boehner says it's time to contemplate 'Plan B'
The House speaker would not say what options he considers to be available or viable as 'Plan Bs.'
Oversight
Obama hails renewed Gang of Six effort
President praises group of senators for coming up with a plan that is "balanced" and includes tax revenues.
News
Americans warming to raising debt ceiling, polls find
Majority of Americans now believes economic crisis will result if debt deal isn't reached by the August 2, poll shows.
Oversight