Oversight
OPM chief says agency has improved financial management, IT systems
Inspector general’s recommendations included improving data security and streamlining accounting.
Defense
GOP senator blocks disaster relief funding
Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., opposes the measure because it would contribute to the deficit.
Defense
Defense Acquisition University president to retire
Frank Anderson, longtime leader of the organization, is set to leave at the end of the month.
Oversight
Canadian firm to become bigger player in U.S. federal IT market
Purchase of U.S.-based defense and intelligence technology provider will position the Montreal company to do more business in the Beltway.
Defense
Majority leader wants budget resolution by Memorial Day
Finding middle ground on discretionary spending levels is proving difficult.
Defense
Senator 'boiling' mad over lack of details on Times Square probe
GOP lawmaker says the Justice Department blocked an intelligence agency from answering a question about the investigation of the attempted bombing.
Oversight
Secretary of State lauds high-performing senior executives
Hillary Rodham Clinton calls Distinguished Rank Award winners ‘the backbone, the nervous system, the intelligence of our government.’
Pay & Benefits
Question Time
Answers to recent reader queries on subjects ranging from annual leave credit to picking the best date to retire.
News
Burning Question: Where's the best place to work for Uncle Sam?
We've looked at the worst locales. Now, where are the most desirable?
News
President honors top feds
Presidential Rank Award winners play critical roles in missions ranging from project management to scientific research and defense.
News
From Nextgov.com: Group recommends upgrading VA health system with open source
Report submitted to Veterans Administration has implications for the White House’s push for a national network for health records.
Defense
Army chief of staff will decide soon on troop increase
Gen. George Casey says he ultimately hopes to give troops three years at home between deployments to recover and train.
Defense
Senator asks for delay of Arizona law
Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., asks Arizona governor to give Congress time to pass comprehensive immigration reform.
Pay & Benefits
Public Service Recognition Week winds down
Annual celebration acknowledges government workers and highlights their work.
Oversight
Health and pension burdens freeze USPS in its tracks
Legislative changes are critical to agency’s financial recovery, officials say.
Pay & Benefits
First lady applauds USAID employees
Michelle Obama thanks development workers for their efforts in Haiti and Afghanistan this year.
News
The Week in Comments: The pros and cons of telework, government and the Constitution
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Pay & Benefits