Management
Federal Agencies Have Spent Millions on KN95 Masks, Often Without Knowing Who Made Them
Government employees at several agencies are relying on KN95 masks that the agencies cannot guarantee offer the most protection. Some agencies have paid little attention to important manufacturing details and been tripped up by shifting regulations.
Oversight
House Democrats Ask IC for Plans to Prevent Foreign Actors from Exploiting Racial Tensions
“Unfortunately, we know that foreign actors have historically sought to exploit tensions in American communities during times like these,” they wrote.
Defense
Trump Vows to Keep Confederates’ Names on US Army Bases
As the military wrestles with racism and its symbols, the commander-in-chief draws a line.
Management
Analysis: Could Pressure for COVID-19 Drugs Lead the FDA to Lower Its Standards?
The FDA has sped up its approval process for coronavirus treatments, creating a new division to expedite the regulatory process. But is safety being sidelined for speed?
Employee Policy
State Department's ex-IG calls out 'bullying'
Steve Linick told lawmakers that he didn't know why he was dismissed from his post, but many Democrats say investigations of Secretary Mike Pompeo played a role.
Employee Policy
Union wins CBP case against FLRA
A federal judge ruled that the Federal Labor Relations Authority went too far in enforcing new working conditions at Customs and Border Protection.
Management
GovExec Daily: The Phases of States Reopening
Virginia State Health Commissioner Dr. Norman Oliver joins the program to talk about how Virginia is moving onto phase 2.
Workforce
Black DOJ Employees Demand Action on Police Reform: We 'Will Not Be Silent'
Employee group calls for "swift action against bias, discrimination and misconduct" and condemns forceful action against peaceful protestors.
Workforce
Census Delays Create Uncertainty for Temporary Workers
Bureau faces a series of risks as it attempts decennial count during a pandemic.
Route Fifty
States Still Trying to Get a Handle on Virus Testing in Nursing Homes
Oregon this week became one of the latest states to move ahead with a testing initiative. People have been getting sick from the coronavirus in long-term care facilities at disproportionate rates.
Pay & Benefits
Union Urges Congress to Act on Hazard Pay, Expanded Leave and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Insights
Safeguarding Network Integrity
For the newest on federal government cybersecurity during COVID-19, Government Business Council (GBC) issued a candid survey of government decision-makers and IT professionals on their cybersecurity status quo and challenges.
Nextgov
DOD, GSA to Rethink $8B DEOS Cloud Contract—Again
In the works since 2018, the Pentagon’s Defense Enterprise Office Solutions contract remains on hold.
Nextgov
DHS Wants to Know What the Public Thinks About Using Drones During Emergencies
A forthcoming survey will ask people about their knowledge of unmanned aerial systems and how they are used, and their opinions on the ethical implications.
Management
White House Gives Agencies 14 Days to Detail Their Plans to Slash Regulations
The Trump administration is doubling down on regulatory rollbacks as a way to spur the economy.
Workforce
Coronavirus Roundup: D.C. National Guard Members Test Positive Following Protests; Watchdog Says Pandemic Could Delay 2020 Census
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Nextgov
Federal Chief Data Officers Council Names First Chairman
The Agriculture Department’s data lead will take the reins of the new governmentwide council as agencies tick items off their data to-do lists.
Management
U.S. Foreign Aid Agency Defends Political Appointees Who Wrote Anti-LGBT, Anti-Islam Posts
The statement from acting administrator John Barsa comes after ProPublica reported that Merritt Corrigan, who has condemned the “tyrannical LGBT agenda,” was appointed as USAID’s new deputy White House liaison.
Defense
The Pentagon Can’t Afford All of the Weapons It Wants, New Report Says
Based on projected funding levels, the military will be forced to choose winners and losers among its priority projects.
Employee Policy