Defense
Washington Democrat likely to take over defense spending panel
Rep. Norm Dicks is in line to succeed the late Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa., as chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Management
Powering Down
Building a life-cycle approach will help managers meet mandates for energy savings.
News
From Nextgov.com: Budget request includes funds for IT oversight
Money would support recently launched project evaluation system that cancels, halts or overhauls underperforming information technology projects.
Oversight
VA tightens rules for veterans contracting program
To compete for set-asides, owners must be involved in their firms’ day-to-day operations.
Defense
Analysis: Visa security is critical to preventing terrorist attacks
Deploying more Homeland Security agents to U.S. embassies worldwide to complement State Department efforts could thwart future plots.
Defense
Airlines oppose renewed push for higher security fees
Obama administration contends that the current fee only covers about 36 percent of airport security costs.
Defense
Senator lifts nominee holds, says issues being addressed
Tanker acquisition and FBI center were among issues concerning Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala.
News
Haiti response effort brings lessons from Katrina
An interview with Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Thad Allen on the similarities and differences between the two relief operations.
Oversight
Damage Control For Democrats
Three things the majority party can do to improve its electoral chances in November.
Oversight
Murtha dies at 77 after hospitalization
Pennsylvania Democrat supported the original resolution sending U.S. troops to Iraq, but later argued for bringing service members home.
Oversight