Defense
Union head: Border is far from secure
T.J. Bonner disputes claims from Obama administration that the U.S. and Mexican governments are gaining the upper hand in the battle against drug cartels.
Defense
Democrats set fast schedule for Defense bill
Senate leaders want to clear floor for health care legislation and vote on Supreme Court nominee.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers consider domestic partner benefits
Supporters believe extending benefits to same-sex partners would help the government recruit and retain federal workers.
News
Administration hosts help sessions on reporting stimulus spending
Week of online seminars starting July 20 will cover major sections of the latest OMB guidance.
Defense
Veto threat made on intelligence bill
The White House objects to a provision that would increase the number of lawmakers who can be briefed on secret CIA activities.
Management
Top NASA picks on a glide path toward their jobs
Nominee to lead the space agency says it needs to build on its investments in the International Space Station.
Pay & Benefits
Pay Freezes Past
A look at previous administrations’ attempts to keep in check the salaries of top executive branch staffers.
Oversight
Lawmakers, watchdog question effects of stimulus
Government Accountability Office says funds have helped states stave off short-term fiscal woes, but critics doubt job creation claims.
News
Consumer protection agency plan questioned
Proposal's backers say new agency would beef up protections for consumers without getting too much in the way of the FTC.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Social media could frustrate diplomatic efforts, online researchers say
Specialists struggle to offer effective ways for State to leverage new media networks to engage citizens and officials abroad.
Defense
Senators, officials back E-Verify mandate
Starting Sept. 8, federal contractors will have to begin verifying that their employees are legally allowed to work in the country.
Defense
Protective service blasted for security gaps at federal buildings
Watchdog officials tell lawmakers they were able to sneak bomb-making materials into 10 high-security buildings.
Pay & Benefits
House, Senate panels advance competing federal pay raises
Senate subcommittee proposes 2.9 percent pay hike for employees in fiscal 2010, while House panel approves 2 percent increase.
Management
Senate Appropriations Committee approves Agriculture funding
Bill includes $13 million for sustainable food systems in countries with chronic food shortages.
Defense