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
First open season since health reform is around the corner
Feds will have premium increases and several new benefits to consider as they decide whether to change their insurance elections.
Oversight
Bush will discuss Iraq, 9/11, financial crisis in book
Memoir focusing on major presidential decisions is set for a Nov. 9 release.
Pay & Benefits
Obama calls Social Security private accounts a 'nonstarter'
Proposal would 'weaken the solvency' of the program, president says.
Pay & Benefits