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.
Route Fifty
Colorado Lawmakers Eye Renewable Natural Gas Mandate
When the legislative session starts this winter, lawmakers are expected to again take up a proposal to mandate the state's largest utility use so-called "renewable natural gas." But some environmentalists are critical of RNG, saying other strategies will be more effective at combating climate change.
Nextgov
HHS Websites Will Get Customer Experience Scores in 2021
As part of the updated digital strategy, Health and Human Services Department program offices will be getting graded on a “CX scale.”
Route Fifty
States Should Lead the Effort to Reform the Electoral College
COMMENTARY | The 2020 presidential election has underscored the need to overhaul the Electoral College.
Oversight
Environmental Groups Allege Texas Rubber-Stamped Industrial Plants' Pollution — and that the EPA Looked the Other Way
The groups are suing the EPA, saying it failed to address concerns that air permits issued to big industrial facilities didn’t meet federal standards.
Management