Oversight
On the Defensive
Republican strategists are growing more concerned about the 2006 elections.
Defense
DHS pushes 'Ready Business' campaign
There’s a long way to go in convincing companies to prepare for disasters, department chief says.
Tech
High-level team to probe interagency contract vehicles
OMB move aims to address congressional concerns that contracts may offer duplicative services.
Management
Report: EEOC failed to weigh all reorganization options
Agency officials didn’t consider all of the advice contained in an outside report before moving forward on restructuring, GAO finds.
Management
GAO chief repeats calls for greater fiscal responsibility
Measures to evaluate whether spending is effective are necessary, Comptroller General says.
News
OMB presses ahead with cybersecurity consolidation
Plan has the potential of raising the ire of congressional appropriators.
Management
Flexibility fuels intern program’s growth
More than 90 percent of Federal Career Intern Program graduates plan to stay in government, MSPB finds.
Defense
TSA aims to clarify federal security directors' role in emergencies
Updated guidance will address concerns about need for better coordination, delineation of responsibilities.
Defense
Forward Observer: Distant Replay
The newest administration strategy for winning in Iraq is similar to one that was tried early on in the Vietnam War--and failed.
Management
Gaps remain in government strategy for handling natural disasters
Plans aren’t comprehensive enough and are too reactive, observers say.
Pay & Benefits
Group of senators backs federal pay freeze
All employees except law enforcement officers and military personnel would be affected.
News
Procurement fraud investigation at Florida base expands
A contractor who provided acquisition advice pleads guilty to bribery.
Management
Senators meet to discuss hold on postal overhaul legislation
Differences center around language that would allow challenges of individual rates.
Tech
Bush orders creation of information sharing council
Interagency council will help facilitate the flow of intelligence.
Management