News
From Nextgov.com: State supports boost of women's cell phone use in developing world
Hillary Clinton and Cherie Blair launch an initiative to increase mobile access , which typically provide greater economic and social benefits.
Oversight
Proposal would end Alaska native contracting advantages
Sen. Claire McCaskill plans to introduce a bill to stop ANCs from earning sole-source deals of unlimited value.
Oversight
Uncle Sam faces recruiting challenges with tech-savvy set
Government’s stodgy image gives industry an edge in the chase for young technology workers.
Oversight
GAO: Federal background checks can be risky business
Investigators could allow personal information to slip through the cracks, audit finds.
Defense
Security adviser to depart White House
Gen. James Jones' top deputy, Thomas Donilon, will be elevated to replace him.
Oversight
Budget office puts fiscal 2010 deficit at $1.3 trillion
Shortfall is the second highest as a share of the economy since 1945.
Defense
Senators find contractors too close to Afghan warlords
Investigators uncover systemic failures that have, at times, put U.S. military personnel and their mission at risk.
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