Oversight
Administration defends handling of oil spill
Press secretary says White House worked diligently to provide "accurate and timely information."
News
From Nextgov.com: Progress is slow on cybersecurity goals, GAO reports
A lack of clear roles and responsibilities has hindered advances on President Obama’s strategy for safeguarding computer networks, officials tell watchdog.
Oversight
Contracting market set to shrink in fiscal 2011
Analysts find agencies are trying to cut back in most areas, with the exception of cybersecurity, health IT and energy.
Pay & Benefits
Telework is about to take off, officials say
Now more than ever government recognizes the value of working outside the office, agency leaders note.
Defense
Obama signs first intelligence authorization bill in five years
Measure creates an inspector general for the U.S. intelligence community.
Pay & Benefits
Dental, vision insurance premiums to rise in 2011
Plans will include minimal changes, OPM says.
News
The Week in Comments: Small businesses, health care and immigration
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Oversight
OMB blocked release of oil spill numbers
Report criticizes the federal government for creating the impression it was "either not fully competent to handle the spill or not fully candid" with Americans.
Pay & Benefits
Postal Windfall
Legislative changes could free up $142.4 billion for USPS to spend partly on employee benefits.
Defense
ICE sets record for deporting illegal immigrants
Officials say White House’s immigration enforcement record surpasses that of prior administrations.
Oversight
White House issues guidance on greenhouse gas emissions
Documents address how to handle leased space, exclusions and other complex issues.
Defense
GAO denies protest in Air Force tanker contest
Boeing and EADS will be the only bidders for the lucrative contract.
Defense
FBI says Miranda readings don't hurt Bureau
Officials say reading rights to terrorism suspects does not impede ability to gather intelligence.
News