Management
GovExec Daily: Federal Land Management During Trump's Term
Bloomberg Government's Kellie Lunney joins the show to discuss the outgoing president's public lands legacy.
Management
Acting SecDef Defends Capitol Reaction, Says DoD Is Prepared for Next Week
Defense Department “absolutely” concerned about domestic terrorism next week but feels bureaucratic issues that delayed national guard are resolved.
Route Fifty
State IT Officials Will Push for New Federal Grants to Help With Tech Upgrades
The group that represents chief information officers says the pandemic has highlighted how unemployment systems and other state and local technology need to be modernized.
Management
GSA Administrator Resigns
Emily Murphy was widely criticized for delaying the presidential transition. The agency also came under fire Friday for impeding the IG’s pandemic response investigations.
Pay & Benefits
Biden COVID-Relief Plan Offers More Leave for Frontline Feds
Although the plan calls for private sector employers to provide hazard pay to essential workers, it is unclear whether the president-elect would call on federal agencies to do the same.
Route Fifty
'The Internet Has Made Us Dumber,' and Other Lessons Government Officials Learned in 2020
State and local officials weigh in on what they're taking from—and leaving behind in—the dumpster fire that was last year.
Management
Biden Names Top Government Management Official
Former Obama adviser to lead Biden's management agenda.
Management
Transition Roundup: Trump Makes Last-Minute Budget Request; Watchdogs Launch Probe of Capitol Riots
Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Defense
Roper Makes His Pitch To Biden Team: ‘I Want to Be Part of the China Fight’
The Air Force acquisition chief says he keeps politics out of his work at the Pentagon — and that the U.S. will lose against China without agility.
Defense
Viewpoint: Pentagon Won’t Throw Traditional Farewell Ceremony for Trump
It’s a shame, and a missed opportunity — not despite recent events but because of them.
Management
Health Workers Unions See Surge in Interest Amid COVID
Many front-line health workers who have faced a perpetual lack of PPE and inconsistent safety measures believe the government and their employers have failed to protect them from COVID-19.
Management
GovExec Daily: How Biden Can Make Government Work Better
Peter H. Schuck joins the podcast to discuss how the president-elect can realign government to meet more people's needs.
Route Fifty
Biden Calls for $350 Billion in State and Local Aid as Part of Massive Stimulus
The president-elect released details on Thursday for a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package.
Management
What to do Between Nomination and Confirmation: Insights for Political Appointees
Interviews with dozens of previous officeholders offer guidance for handling what can be a very difficult period.
Management
Bipartisan Bill Would Block Schedule F, Similar Future Efforts
The Preventing a Patronage System Act would require congressional action before transferring competitive service employees to a new job classification.
Oversight
Turning On Your Benefits
The art of timing when you begin drawing on your various sources of income is key to ensuring a comfortable retirement.
Nextgov
DOD Launches ‘Speed Dating App’ Connecting Vetted Capital With Tech Companies
The digital marketplace for the Defense Department’s Trusted Capital initiative went live shortly before the holidays.
Oversight
Trump’s D.C. Hotel Under Renewed Scrutiny
The Capitol riots, Trump’s second impeachment and the upcoming change in administrations raise new questions about whether the General Services Administration will continue the lease.
Defense
Air Force Recommends Space Command Move to Alabama
With one week left on the job, Secretary Barrett picked Huntsville. The decision, however, is not final.
Management