Defense
Forward Observer: Through Iran's Eyes
Mutually assured destruction might not be enough to keep Iran and Israel at bay if Iran develops a nuclear bomb.
News
From Nextgov.com: Treasury improves communications about financial bailout program, GAO says
But critics say the department doesn’t show more important data such as how recipients have used the funds and how much the investments are worth.
Pay & Benefits
Insurance providers drop out of federal employee health program
Thirty-two health plans are either leaving FEHBP altogether, or lowering their coverage in certain areas across the country.
Pay & Benefits
Obama looks to increase hiring of disabled workers
The White House and Office of Personnel Management will host job fairs and workshops for managers.
Defense
Generals want faster, focused procurement
Army official's strategy can be summed up with the mantra: "Buy fewer, more often."
Oversight
Report says government should focus on quality of contracting competition
Agencies must streamline acquisitions process and improve cost management to attract best contractors, according to think tank.
Oversight
Interagency debate over FAS role heats up
Senator questions why Agriculture agency, rather than USAID, is managing agricultural development efforts in Afghanistan.
Oversight
Both workplace benefits and demands exceed the norm at NRC
Two new IG reports highlight the promise and peril of working for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Defense
Pentagon extends Army, Marine deployments in Iraq
Prolonged combat tours are having a negative effect on Army re-enlistment rates, new study finds.
Oversight
Senate sends Agriculture spending bill to Obama
Chamber will pick up with Commerce-Justice-Science appropriations on Tuesday.
Oversight
New USDA research agency already wants more money
Observers worry that without adequate funding, the institute will get bogged down in battles over grants and congressional earmarks.
Pay & Benefits