Defense
House Democrats push Homeland Security reorganization bill
Proposed legislation keeps FEMA intact, recommends merging ICE and CBP.
News
As some in GOP weigh more cuts, deficit picture improves--for now
Senate budget chief solicits ideas for spending reductions, including freezing congressional pay raises and federal cost-of-living-adjustments.
Defense
New House overseer takes cautious approach to Homeland Security
A Q&A with Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., the new chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee.
Defense
FDA finalizes food bioterrorism rule
All domestic and foreign facilities that pack, store, manufacture or process food in the United States must register with the agency.
Management
EPA completes first long-term competitive sourcing plan
Inconsistencies in job inventories didn’t stop agency from finishing strategy.
Defense
Mineta defends department's performance during Katrina
Transportation secretary blames FEMA for holding up efforts to move people out of New Orleans.
Defense
FEMA to re-bid contracts issued in aftermath of hurricanes
Senators question agency’s contracting practices and ability to oversee the long-term reconstruction of the Gulf Coast region.
Defense
Bid to stop funding for Defense Travel System derailed
Senate votes 65-32 to set aside a provision that would have blocked funding for the system.
Tech
Online forum aims to give civil servants a voice
Organizers hope to use the Internet to examine the best and worst government practices.
News
Former OMB official indicted
David Safavian could face up to 25 years in jail for charges of obstructing justice and making false statements.
Management