Defense
Ex-Clinton officials warn of declining military readiness
Report recommends enlarging the Army's active-duty force by 30,000 troops and creating 48 combat brigades -- six more than the service now plans.
Pay & Benefits
FAA accuses New York controllers of overtime abuse
Union official says allegations are "simply fabricated."
Defense
Lawmakers seek details on administration's spying
Key senator asks why Bush failed to offer all members of the House and Senate Intelligence committees a briefing on the warrantless eavesdropping program.
Defense
Report encourages Pentagon to focus more on homeland defense
Conventional weapons systems and missile defense system should be cut back, analysts say in a new study.
Management
Space agency defends acquisitions processes
NASA says one-of-a-kind projects are less amenable to standardized reviews.
Management
Caution urged for executives seeking spots on nonprofit boards
Agencies should be careful about allowing their employees to serve on boards of groups with an interest in their work, Justice Department opinion says.
Defense
DHS urged to finish analysis of visitor tracking system
Department needs to complete a strategic plan to indicate how the program fits with other border security initiatives, GAO says.
News
West Virginia lawmakers prepare mine safety bill
Measure could include language establishing a federal rapid response team to assist local rescue workers.
Defense
Attorney General addresses critics of warrantless wiretaps
Alberto Gonzales says 1978 foreign intelligence surveillance law not intended as last word.
Defense
Cyber crime is growing more professional, officials say
Agencies are working together more closely to fight the problem but more cooperation is needed, acting chief of DHS’ cybersecurity division says.
Management
Agencies back environmentally friendly building principles
Agreement is aimed at boosting energy efficiency and indoor air quality at new and existing federal facilities.
Defense
Report: Annual missile defense spending could double in seven years
Costs could reach $19 billion a year by 2013, the Congressional Budget Office says.
Management