Oversight
Stronger training urged for front-line supervisors
As agencies move to pay for performance, supervisors will need better "soft skills," report says.
Defense
Bush team to pick few fights over immigration bill add-ons
White House is opposed to one potential amendment, which would ease requirements for businesses to verify the legal status of employees.
Defense
Dems weigh new attempt to change course of Iraq war
Provision could be attached to the Defense spending bill, in a move some say is risky.
Oversight
Gaining Momentum
Recent survey shows the three top Democratic presidential candidates ahead in every combination of match-ups against the top four Republicans.
Defense
Senate may vote on immigration reform measure Friday
Timing and order of the amendment votes is being negotiated.
News
California court hears appeal in USGS age discrimination case
Scientists say 1995 reduction in force targeted older employees and whistleblowers.
Defense
FEMA announces advisory council membership
New panel meant to increase local focus and cooperation for emergency preparedness.
Oversight
Open government advocates slam report on FOIA reform
Former Justice FOIA chief says report is an "unfortunately transparent" attempt to make the situation look better than it is.
Defense
Forward Observer: Beware Iran Hawks
Taking on Iran while U. S. forces are bogged down in Iraq would be inadvisable.
Pay & Benefits
Report touts progress linking execs’ pay, performance
Performance awards outpace pay raises as a percentage of overall compensation increases.
Defense