Oversight
Education likely will escape the ax
Campaign noise about abolishing the department is just that -- noise.
Defense
Suspect in bomb plot sought to kill soldiers
Search warrant says Farooque Ahmed wanted to kill Americans and coalition forces in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Pay & Benefits
Disability Retirement
Feds with chronic medical conditions can collect retirement benefits after leaving government.
News
From Nextgov.com: Cloud computing better protects data, Verizon says
As more federal employees perform tasks on mobile devices, the cloud helps thwart cybercriminals .
Defense
Democrats call for investigation of Defense subcontracting
Five lawmakers ask GAO to review a program aimed at getting large contractors to sign on more small businesses.
Defense
Official says Army must expedite civilian hiring process
Service should reduce hiring time from 130 to 80 days, Army undersecretary recommends.
Defense
Webb blasts Pentagon for impeding flow of information
Virginia senator says Defense officials are showing a "lack of respect" for Congress and the media.
Pay & Benefits
Domestic partner benefits get another boost
New contract extends sick-leave provisions to Forest Service employees and their domestic partners.
Defense
Virginia Democrat accused of disrespecting military service
Republican challenger says Rep. Jim Moran implied military service is not sufficient public service experience to run for office.
Management
Mergers and Acquisitions
A new office aims to integrate Homeland Security’s components with improved processes and structures.
Pay & Benefits
OPM holds disability employment training
Event highlights resources at hiring officials’ disposal as they seek to implement a July presidential directive.
News
From Nextgov.com: GSA advances the virtual meeting place
Agency to build teleconference centers across the United States.
Oversight
Postmaster general steps down
John Potter departs amid Postal Service’s ongoing fiscal crisis and workforce challenges.
Defense
Army touts off-the-shelf helicopter purchases
Official says government is benefiting significantly from adoption of a commercially developed aircraft.
Defense