News
Leaders join deficit-reduction talks, aides say
Boehner, Reid, McConnell and their staffs are working with super committee members to hammer out a deal.
Defense
WSJ: CIA asked to adjust drone strike policy
Behind closed doors, officials concerned that drone strikes are straining the relationship between the U.S. and Pakistan, the paper reports.
News
Ron Paul lays out ambitious agenda to shrink government
The presidential candidate's plan includes eliminating the Energy, Education, Commerce, Interior, and Housing and Urban Development departments.
News
Play of the Day -- Kimmel longs for the days of an amorous president.
A daily roundup of late-night video.
Pay & Benefits
So Many Choices
With open season right around the corner, it’s time to start considering health plan options.
Defense
Afghanistan transition is on track, senior general says
NATO is making critical strides in the battle to develop a capable Afghan police force and army.
Oversight
OPM responds to USAJobs complaints
Officials emphasize increased security and direct some blame on users.
Oversight
Expanded data transparency bill clears House panel
Proposal would require program-level detail on agency website performance reports.
News
Navy says new network will cost $500 million a year less than previously estimated
New network "will generate savings relative to historical program spending," official says.
Pay & Benefits
Whistleblower protection bill clears House oversight panel
Revived measure would expand coverage and create pilot program for nondefense contractor employees.
Oversight
House panel approves bill to shrink federal workforce
Oversight committee amends legislation to include contractors.
News
The Week in Comments: Muffin scandal, attrition and telework
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Defense
Defense offered buyouts to 35 senior executives
Incentives were part of a purging of 200 senior positions in August and September.
Defense
Agencies blasted for ignoring contractor role in human trafficking
Defense, State departments scolded by House panelists for meager number of prosecutions, debarments.
Defense
Poll: Majority back Obama's decision to withdraw troops from Iraq
Three-quarters of Americans support the plan, Gallup finds.
Defense