Management
Federal Agencies Respond to Riots at U.S. Capitol
The Justice, Homeland Security and Interior departments are among those involved.
Pay & Benefits
Travel Mileage Reimbursement Rates Fall, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Management
OPM Failed to Issue Guidance for D.C. Federal Workers During Insurrection
There was substantial warning ahead of the arrival of the group that violently stormed the U.S. Capitol seeking to overturn the results of the presidential election.
Route Fifty
As Rioters Storm U.S. Capitol, States See Protests
A crowd of President Trump's supporters forced their way into the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Protests at statehouses remained less volatile.
Workforce
At Least One Federal Agency Plans to Begin the Biden Administration Under a Hiring Freeze
Resource shortages could hinder Biden's ability to carry out key pieces of his policy agenda.
Management
Global Media Agency Brings on New Broadcasting Network Heads
Michael Pack dismissed the previous ones shortly after coming into office in June.
Defense
Viewpoint: This Is a Coup
An armed mob has stormed the U.S. Capitol, using violence to stop the lawful certification of the Electoral College vote.
Defense
Right-Wing Extremists Storm U.S. Capitol
Tear gas in the Rotunda after Trump-incited insurrectionists overwhelm Capitol Police, disrupts election certification.
Route Fifty
New Law Aims to Help Localities Shift to '.Gov' Web Addresses
Many local governments rely on “.com” or “.org” URLs, making it easier for cyber criminals to trick users with imposter websites.
Management
Transition Roundup: Congress Takes Up Election Certification; Trump Bypasses Top Career Prosecutor for GA Job
Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
Analysis: Some Said the Vaccine Rollout Would Be a ‘Nightmare.’ They Were Right.
There are already signs that distribution of the COVID vaccines will be messy, confusing and chaotic.
Oversight
Populism Erupts when People Feel Disconnected and Disrespected
Donald Trump has been a populist president. Understanding populism's roots in the U.S. and elsewhere is essential for addressing its rise and threat to democracy.
Management
Coping with Transition Turbulence: A Survival Guide for Civil Servants
To state the obvious, these are not normal times. A veteran of five presidential transitions spells out the hard choices officials face today.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: Agencies' Vaccination Progress
Eric Katz joins the podcast to discuss Defense, VA and other departments are progressing in inoculating people.
Route Fifty
Kentucky Lawmakers Who Catch Covid Can Vote From Their Cars
Parking lot participation for those stricken by the virus, or quarantining because of exposure, is just one way that legislatures are adapting to the pandemic era.
Management
Agencies Beef Up Security to Protect Federal Buildings Amid Pro-Trump Protests
Thousands flock to Washington as Trump continues to fight against democratic election result.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Issues Guidance on Law Allowing Feds to Temporarily Carry Over More Annual Leave
The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act allows all federal employees to carry over an additional 25% of unused leave due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nextgov
Russia ‘Likely’ Behind Widespread Hack, Cyber Response Agencies Say
The Cyber Unified Coordination Group believes fewer than ten government agencies were compromised in what is an ongoing intelligence operation.
Oversight
Agencies Are Generally Complying With Trump Diversity Training Changes, Watchdogs Find
A federal judge recently issued a preliminary injunction for the executive order as it applies to contractors and grantees.
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