Oversight
GOP fires salvos over attorney general nomination, January hearing
Republican senators fault Judiciary Committee leader for moving quickly on hearing, despite a request from the panel's ranking member for more time to review background documents.
Oversight
House oversight panel gets new leadership
Rep. Edolphus Towns named chairman of government reform committee; Rep. Darrell Issa selected ranking member.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Advice for Obama's chief technology officer
Former tech czar Lorentz offers his insights .
Pay & Benefits
OPM announces new cost-of-living data for Pacific region employees
Report indicates lower COLA payments in 2009.
Defense
Senators hear security warnings about labs, bio-weapons
Report concludes that an attack using a biological pathogen is more likely than one using a nuclear weapon.
Oversight
Energy Department could gain clout under Obama presidency
New administration could meet many renewable energy goals by funding existing department initiatives, observers say.
Defense
Murtha targets military bonuses for fiscal 2010 cuts
Defense appropriations subcommittee chairman says bonuses are one area that could produce savings as forces are drawn down in Iraq.
Oversight
Senate removes pay roadblock for Clinton move to State
The position's salary was decreased to adhere to rule barring lawmakers from taking government jobs for which the pay was raised during their current term in office.
Defense
Louisiana senator endorses FEMA independence
Democrat Mary Landrieu says she is "open" to concept if Obama were to support it.
Pay & Benefits
Health Care Complications
When it comes to insurance options, clear information is imperative.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: Transition official rejects ties to controversial Hindu group
Sonal Shah says she was unaware of organization’s ties to violence in India.
Oversight
Contractors could face increased oversight on the Hill
Democratic Congress likely to steer focus away from administration and toward those getting the money, procurement specialists say.
Defense