Defense
Another GOP senator puts a hold on intelligence nominee
Latest delay casts doubt on whether James Clapper can be confirmed as director of national intelligence before Congress’ August recess.
Oversight
Senators call for improved Medicaid oversight
GAO finds Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is inconsistently reviewing whether state payment rates are actuarially sound.
Oversight
Mistaken disability payments might have allowed feds to double-dip
Watchdog finds 1,500 employees likely received improper benefits on top of a salary; SSA chief says report is inflammatory.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Defense top doc nominee labels electronic health records a priority
Dr. Jonathan Woodson says the department should shift the focus of the e-health network from capturing administrative data to providing better service to clinicians.
Pay & Benefits
Freeze on bonuses could have trickledown effect
Senior executives group worries political appointees could get stingier with awards to career employees.
Defense
Officials weigh restructuring of post-war Marine Corps
Strategy is likely to reflect the force's naval roots, and its need to again be lighter and expeditionary.
Defense
Panel rejects bid to divert funds for Bradley upgrades
House Armed Services Committee leaders say the proposed transfer is premature.
Pay & Benefits
Obama orders freeze on appointee bonuses
President also backs appointee salary freeze next year.
Oversight
Union praises workforce provisions in appropriations bill
Measures seek to ensure federal employees perform jobs closely associated with inherently governmental functions.
Defense