Defense
Lawmakers wary as Secure Border Initiative nears launch
First phase of program slated to become operational on June 13.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement Checklist
The five things you should do before you retire from government.
Oversight
Interior-Environment spending bill clears House committee
Measure exceeds the White House’s request by $1.9 billion.
Oversight
GSA announces new purchase card providers
Cards will have features to enhance oversight, such as automatic e-mail notification of purchases to supervisors.
Defense
Defense orders overhaul of troubled fighting vehicle program
Carrier is critical to national security and the effort can’t be canceled, given the lack of alternatives, acquisition official says.
Tech
Malicious software takes up time, resources
Office of Management and Budget official says agencies need to do more than the minimum to comply with cybersecurity law.
Tech
NASA contract workers threaten strike
All sides agree that a walkout beginning Sunday would not affect shuttle launch set for Friday.
Defense
House subcommittee authorizes center to study bio-threats
Bill gives DHS flexibility to decide on a site for the facility, but clarifies that the department will not interfere with USDA's authority.
News
Dems test GOP’s will to stay within spending limits
House Democrats call surprise vote on military construction, veterans’ affairs appropriations measure that exceeds Bush’s request by $4 billion.
Defense
Lawmakers say body armor firm made false claims
Labels may have been inaccurate, panel members say; company fails to present solid evidence backing claims tests were rigged.
News
House panels approve two more 2008 spending measures
Office of Management and Budget director has said he will recommend a veto of any spending bill that goes over Bush's limit.
Defense