'Preposterous' to say Obama walked out of deficit talks, spokesman says

Talks are scheduled to resume Thursday afternoon.

• Rebecca Kaplan
• July 14, 2011

TSA pilot program to expedite screening for frequent fliers

Plan will let officers "focus their efforts on higher risk areas," administrator says.

• Sara Sorcher
• July 14, 2011

Another threat to U.S. forces in southern Afghanistan -- snipers

Sniper problem is particularly acute in contested regions of Helmand, such as Sangin and Garesh, official says.

• Yochi J. Dreazen
• July 14, 2011

The Week in Comments: The debt ceiling looms large

The best in reader reaction to recent articles.

• July 14, 2011

OPM to consider requests for certain pay raises

Special rate increases may be granted under “extraordinary circumstances,” OPM Director John Berry says.

• Emily Long
• July 14, 2011

Leaked email shows Defense audit agency sought subpoena power, contractor pay caps

Newly released 2009 document obtained by Project on Government Oversight details rejected proposals.

• Charles S. Clark
• July 14, 2011

Sooner or Later

It’s not if but when the cuts to federal pay and benefits will come.

• Kellie Lunney
• July 14, 2011

Debt talks splinter into dueling plans

House Republicans focus on balanced-budget amendment to the constitution, while Senate considers allowing Obama to raise the debt ceiling without GOP votes.

• Dan Friedman
• July 13, 2011

House panel slates Hubble successor for elimination in NASA budget

Astronomers say telescope is integral to mission.

• Kenneth Chamberlain
• July 13, 2011

From Nextgov: New technology may have prevented airport stun gun debacle

Company officials say upgraded X-ray machines that show luggage from multiple angles might have made it easier to spot the device .

• Aliya Sternstein
• July 13, 2011

GSA expands discount airfare program

Agency awards $3.1 billion in contracts to major airlines in exchange for flexible booking and reduced rates.

• Caitlin Fairchild
• July 13, 2011

Federal Protective Service struggles with new management tools

Nine months into job, director hasn’t implemented GAO recommendations on training and tracking guard assignments.

• Charles S. Clark
• July 13, 2011

Bill would pay military during a government default

Legislation sponsored by Rep. Steve King prioritizes funds for the salaries and allowances of service members if debt ceiling is not increased.

• Kellie Lunney
• July 13, 2011

House urged to eliminate mail delivery day

Rep. Issa requests that appropriations legislation drop wording requiring USPS to deliver six days a week.

• Emily Long
• July 13, 2011

Lawmakers push back on Defense workforce cap

Plan would hand “inherently governmental” functions to contractors, senators say.

• Emily Long
• July 13, 2011

GOP lawmakers tout Constitutional amendment to require balanced budget

Reps. Eric Cantor and Jim Jordan argue that the constitutional fix would carry weight.

• Lindsey Boerma
• July 13, 2011

Green Guildance

White House council offers tips on meeting efficiency goals.

• Elizabeth Newell Jochum
• July 13, 2011

Would Airport Security Screeners Go On Strike?

• Tom Shoop
• July 12, 2011

What I Learned About Leadership from the Dalai Lama

• Tom Shoop
• July 12, 2011

You Get the Culture You Pay For

• Tom Shoop
• July 12, 2011