Management
President George H. W. Bush’s Capitol Rotunda Ceremony Offers a Glimpse of Grace
The event was a somber, respectful collection of moments sealed off from the political turmoil to which Americans have become accustomed.
Defense
Analysis: Deployed Civilians Can’t Get Worker’s Comp — and That’s Bad News for a Military that Depends on Them
Thanks to a legal double standard, a civilian injured or sickened in a warzone has an impossible burden of proof.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump Signs The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
The American president took far longer to write his name than his Mexican or Canadian counterparts.
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A Tough Question in California: Whether to Rebuild in Places That Will Burn Again
Despite the clear and present dangers of the wildland-urban interface, many vow to rebuild in risky spots.
Management
VA Shadow Rulers Had Sway Over Contracting and Budgeting
New disclosures and investigations are straining the three Trump associates’ relationship with the new VA secretary.
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State-Federal ‘Double Jeopardy’ Case to Be Heard by Supreme Court
Oral arguments in the case of Terance Martez Gamble v. United States of America are scheduled for Thursday.
Management
George H.W. Bush's Bureaucratic Legacy
He presented himself as an outsider, but leveraged his extensive experience in government as president.
Defense
Mattis ‘Optimistic’ Pentagon Will Get Needed Budget from White House, Democrats
Mattis tells nervous defense industry execs and conservatives at Reagan National Defense Forum he doesn’t expect sharp budget cuts from House Democrats and President Trump.
Management
Analysis: Why We’ll Miss George H.W. Bush, America’s Last Foreign Policy President
The first President Bush had some impressive foreign policies wins, but could he be best remembered for getting the US entangled in Iraq?
Nextgov
10 Problems DHS Wants Innovative Small Businesses to Solve in 2019
The department will be offering millions of dollars to small businesses able to offer solutions to these 10 tough technical problems.
Pay & Benefits
Most TSP Funds Rebounded in November
The Thrift Savings Plan’s portfolio of international stocks continued to stall last month.
Management
Congress Set to Pass Two-Week Stopgap Measure This Week to Avoid Partial Shutdown
Trump said he would likely approve a continuing resolution in light of George H.W. Bush's death.
Management
How Leaders Can Get Customer Experience Results in 2019
Four concrete steps that will enable lasting improvements.
Oversight
Six White House Employees Violated Hatch Act With MAGA Tweets
Special Counsel absolves four others, including Mick Mulvaney and Sarah Sanders.
Defense
Analysis: Presidents Need to Visit the Troops
It’s how commanders in chief show soldiers they’re not forgotten.
Management
Flying Trump To Midterm Rallies To Stump For Republicans Cost Taxpayers Millions
Trump criticized Air Force One travel to campaign stops when Obama was in office.
Oversight
Here's What You Need to Know About Wednesday's Government Closure
The day of mourning for President George H.W. Bush will be treated like a holiday for pay and leave purposes.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The President's Trip to the G20 Summit
Trump's visit included meeting some leaders and seeing some protests.
Oversight
Ill Nuclear Workers’ Benefits Petitions Have to Be Reviewed Within 6 Months. Some Have Languished About a Decade.
A petition filed by a Los Alamos worker has been in limbo for 10 years. At the Savannah River Site, a petition has lingered for 11 years. At Sandia National Laboratories, workers have been waiting seven years for a final decision.
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