Management

Possible Explanation for Why Some People Get More Colds

NIH-funded researchers have uncovered some new clues.

Oversight

Play of the Day: 'Horseface' and 'Tiny' Continue Their Twitter Feud

After a judge threw out Stormy Daniels' defamation case, President Trump restarted an old fight.

Nextgov

Tech Industry Group Dissolves Public Sector Division

An Information Technology Industry Council reorganization is changing how it will push for government IT issues.

Management

These Are the 15 Trump Reorganization Proposals Agencies Can Advance Without Congress

A majority of the proposed reforms will require legislation, and lawmakers appear poised to block others.

Defense

One Of The Few Men Convicted Over The Sept. 11 Attacks Is Free

El-Motassadeq remains one of the only men to have faced prison because of the attacks on New York and Washington on Sept. 11, 2001.

Defense

Analysis: America’s Indefinite Endgame in Syria

The Trump administration wants to stay in the country to counter Iran. What if Iran never leaves?

Nextgov

Only Two-Thirds of Federal Domains Meet Email Security Deadline

The government still plans to reach near 100 percent compliance in the “near future,” DHS official says.

Management

Restocking Wolves On Isle Royale Raises Questions About Which Species Get Rescued

The National Park Service is moving wolves to Isle Royale in Lake Superior to replenish a small pack on the island. Wolves prey on moose, which are overgrazing the island. It does't hurt that they are charismatic.

Oversight

FBI Official Wrongly Accepted Sports Tickets From News Media

Recently retired senior staffer also found to have misled IG investigators.

Nextgov

USDA Saved Millions So Far Due to Centers of Excellence

The Agriculture Department has avoided $26 million in spending due to the first phase of its modernization effort.

Management

Analysis: How to Fix the Confirmation Process

The Kavanaugh-Ford hearing will be remembered for the virtually complete breakdown of competent, credible inquiry. Something needs to change.

Oversight

Play of the Day: Donald Trump's Seat at The Republican Presidents' Table

A painting shown in a recent televised interview shows the current president sitting with the Bushes, Lincoln and Gerald Ford.

Route Fifty

Poll: Rural Americans Optimistic About the Future

The rosy outlook comes despite concerns over local economies and health-care costs.

Route Fifty

DOJ Slowly Releasing 2017 Public Safety Funds to ‘Sanctuary Cities’

Even though some localities are just now receiving their Byrne JAG grants, the battle for 2018 awards is well underway.

Nextgov

Microsoft, Amazon CEOs Stand By Defense Work After Google Bails on JEDI

The leaders of two contenders for the Pentagon’s JEDI cloud contract sounded off on Google’s decision not to bid.

Pay & Benefits

Federal Retirement Claims Increase 24 Percent in Fiscal 2018

The aging federal workforce, proposals to reduce retirement benefits and conflicts with Trump administration priorities may all have played a role.