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
As Secret Service Deploys to Federal Buildings, Employees Across the Country Are Warned to Stay Away
Security concerns in the run up to the inauguration have agencies taking special precautions.
Management
Transition Roundup: Biden Hopes Senate Can Balance Impeachment, Confirmations and Pandemic Response
Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Nextgov
NGA Launches Workforce Pilot for Neurodiverse Individuals
The intelligence agency kicked off the program in December.
Management
Americans Have Unrealistic Expectations For a COVID-19 Vaccine
Two in five Americans say they don't want a COVID-19 vaccine, which is a problem. Finding out what Americans do want from a vaccine might help.
Workforce
GovExec Daily: Who Left Government Service During the Last Four Years
GovExec contributor Daniel Lim joins the podcast to discuss workforce attrition under Donald Trump.
Management
Why Trump’s Challenges to Democracy Will Be a Big Problem for Biden
Scholars of democracy say the real threat to the nation will come after Trump leaves office.
Pay & Benefits
Agencies Outline How Feds Will Repay Payroll Taxes That Have Been Deferred
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Management