Oversight
Lieberman: White House was justified in firing AmeriCorps IG
Senator says he is convinced the administration followed "both the spirit and the letter of the law" in notifying Congress about the dismissal of Gerald Walpin.
News
From Nextgov.com: Army develops new modernization strategy after scaling back FCS
New combat vehicles would incorporate existing network designs, officials tell lawmakers.
Oversight
Industry concerned over details of contracting reforms
Contractor groups urge against going overboard on fixed-price contracts and on bringing jobs back in-house.
Defense
Enforcement agencies boost cooperation on drug investigations
Agreement aims to end turf battles between DEA and ICE over the handling of cross-border drug smuggling cases.
Oversight
Facing skeptics, Treasury chief defends regulatory overhaul
GOP critics say the Federal Reserve is not equipped to act as a super-regulator.
Defense
Lawmaker backs more fighter jet funding despite appearances
Rep. Neil Abercrombie, D-Hawaii, says he supports additional F-22s but does not favor tapping environmental cleanup funds to offset the costs.
Oversight
Coast Guard names new acquisition chief
Rear Adm. Ronald Rábago will oversee the service’s $28 billion investment portfolio and a growing organization.
Defense
Senate moves toward vote on compromise version of wartime supplemental
Administration assures GOP senator that if necessary, detainee photos will "never see the light of day."
Oversight
Democrats unveil 'pay go' bill with 155 backers
Bill exempts four types of legislation from offsets, including middle class tax cuts and the estate tax.
Pay & Benefits