Tech
From Nextgov.com: Governments accounted for 1 out of 5 data breaches
Reports show that in 2008 most incidents occurred while data was in transit.
News
CBO sees budget deficit exploding to $1.2 trillion in fiscal 2009
Office also predicts that recession will continue until 2010.
Pay & Benefits
Court rules veterans’ preference applies to excepted service jobs
But judges do not address the legality of the Federal Career Intern Program.
Oversight
Obama performance czar to wear dual hats
Appointee Nancy Killefer also will hold the title of deputy director for management at OMB.
Oversight
Repeal of terms limits for House chairs irks GOP
Republicans say changes will undercut Obama's efforts at bipartisanship and allow the rise of a tyrannical speaker.
Oversight
Senators launch earmark reform effort
McCain and Feingold join forces again in support of a major overhaul.
Oversight