Defense
GAO faults disaster recovery plan for critical networks
Auditors say Homeland Security does not have an effective plan to ensure national infrastructure bounces back from crisis.
Oversight
It’s Inevitable
Lots of races could go either way. But for the Democrats, it’s too late to change the broader outcome.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Flaw found in systems that track recovery-related spending at Transportation
IG says inadequate controls expose databases and website users to hacking risks.
Defense
Casey: Army is stepping off the deployment treadmill
Troops are spending more time at home between combat missions, providing a better opportunity to build resilience, the service’s chief of staff says.
Oversight
Potential compromise offered on Afghan private security ban
Karzai asks foreign representatives for a list of projects that require protection.
Oversight
Federal travel spending site takes flight
JunketSleuth.com aims to hold government accountable for trip expenses.
News
Burning Question: Would you rally to defend government?
This weekend, there's a march on Washington to send America a message: "Government doesn't suck."
Pay & Benefits
Social Security employees get bonus Thanksgiving holiday
Workers receive Nov. 26 off because of job well done, commissioner says.
Tech
HR Tech: Help or Hindrance?
Automated hiring processes have helped many organizations fill vacancies faster and cheaper, but it's unclear whether government can reap the same benefits.
News
From Nextgov.com: Administration's weather satellite plan opposed globally
State and local agencies say spectrum reallocation threatens public safety.
Oversight
Obama will name Denis McDonough to national security post
McDonough has served as the chief of staff to the national security staff since September 2009.
Defense
'Don't ask, don't tell' divides secretaries, commanders
Top Defense political appointees support repealing ban on gays serving openly in the military.
Pay & Benefits