Defense
President seeks to rekindle Sept. 11 unity
Obama reiterates the United States is not at war with Islam, but with some who have "perverted" it.
News
From Nextgov.com: Social Security data center project encounters delays
Settling on a location for the facility has proved difficult, with some lawmakers concerned the administration isn't shopping for the best deal .
Defense
Commander cites concern over aging F-16s
The Air National Guard flies the oldest of the fighter jets, with an average age of more than 21 years.
Pay & Benefits
Hiring reform push won’t end with Nov. 1 deadline
Once agencies get new procedures in place, they will require additional support to ensure the changes stick, observers say.
Defense
Lawmaker finds Defense IG is doing less with more
Watchdog is drifting off-topic and publishing fewer reports despite a staff increase, report says.
News
The Week in Comments: Ageism, money and retirement
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Pay & Benefits
Onward and Upward
New federal workers should start thinking about benefits options on Day One.
Oversight
Plea agreement for ex-special counsel in limbo
At hearing, judge raises questions about whether Scott Bloch must serve a minimum of a month in jail.
News
From Nextgov.com: VA abruptly issues second contract for Agent Orange claims system
Vendors and veterans groups say the nearly identical solicitation to one awarded to IBM in July indicates concern the technology giant might not be able to deliver within the required time frame.
Oversight
Interior seeks more resources to oversee offshore oil and gas activities
Request for additional funding and personnel comes in response to oversight board report.
Pay & Benefits
Washington-area charity drive tries for another record-setting year
Campaign aims to reach its goal of $67 million by attracting more young donors and expanding digital outreach.
Pay & Benefits
FEHBP unlikely to mirror private sector health insurance trends
Feds shouldn’t see major changes in rates or options in 2011, observers say.
Oversight
Budget experts plan tour to tout deficit measures
Former U.S. Comptroller General David Walker calls fiscal situation a "ticking time bomb."
Oversight
Hearings set for OMB nominee
Jacob Lew will answer questions from Senate budget and oversight committees next week.
Defense