Management

Contractors take over security jobs at Agriculture facility

Lawmakers and a federal employee union have requested an investigation into the Agriculture Department's decision to outsource security work at a Maryland research facility.

Oversight

The Nader Effect

Early polls show Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., hurt by Ralph Nader.

Management

House chairman resists efforts to ban contracts with foreign firms

A senior Republican lawmaker said Monday that the federal government should not limit its procurement efforts to American companies.

Defense

Aviation industry raises concerns about future of screening program

The aviation industry is stepping up its efforts to provide input on whether airports nationwide should use private companies or government workers for passenger and baggage screening operations.