Management
Trump Signs Law to Curb Postal Service's Unintentional Role in Opioid Crisis
Measure attempts to make it easier for customs officers to screen for illicit materials, end USPS' reputation as drug courier.
Defense
Trump Wants Troops To Defend U.S. Borders. His Staff Wants Another Solution.
A senior administration official told reporters that the only way to stop immigrants is by changing the law.
Nextgov
White House Sets Deadlines for Agencies to Protect Their Digital Crown Jewels
The new guidance also requires agencies to justify buying cyber monitoring tools that aren’t vetted by Homeland Security.
Defense
Funding Battle Leaves Afghan Translators in Limbo
They risked their lives to support U.S. troops, but congressional budget maneuvers may leave them out in the cold.
Management
State Department Vacancies Are Delaying Embassy Construction
Planners also failed to account for inflation in cost calculations, GAO finds.
Defense
If the Pipe-Bomb Mailings Weren't Terrorism, What Is?
There is no consensus—in academia, law, or common usage—on when an attack is more than just a crime.
Management
Now’s Your Chance To Drive Trucks Full Of Weed Around For The U.S. Border Patrol
The agency is looking for a few good men and women to take its "bulk marijuana" seizures to incinerators. Don't bother applying if you have a neck tattoo.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Listening In On The President's iPhone Calls
China and Russia are reportedly able to spy on Donald Trump's private conversations.
Route Fifty
This Region’s Home Prices Are Being Hit Hard by SALT Deduction Changes
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Super Typhoon Yutu’s destruction … Missing vote-by-mail applications in Ga. … Wis.’s slipping DMV performance … and Philly City Council honors Gritty mascot.
Tech
Would a Space Force Mean The End of NASA?
The United States already has a space agency: NASA. So why do we need a Space Force, and what would it do? Could a Space Force strain diplomatic relationships, reigniting the race to militarize space?
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DOJ Chases Positive Overdose Numbers With More Funding
Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced a new “strike force” to investigate and prosecute prescription opioid abuse in Appalachia.
Management
OPM: Federal Happiness Stagnated in 2018, While Survey Participation Tanked
This year marks the first time the annual governmentwide survey of employee attitudes was conducted as a census.
Nextgov
Defense Digital Service, Army Open New Cyber Training Center Dubbed Tatooine
The new collaboration space will be used to pilot new solutions and help train and retain future cyber soldiers.
Route Fifty
From Fear to Fun, Detroit Shifts Halloween Focus
The city is discontinuing its anti-arson patrols in favor of community- and kid-friendly Halloween events.
Pay & Benefits
4 Ways to Stop Procrastinating
Tips for staying on track in the retirement planning process.
Management
Federal Employee Union Pickets Outside HHS Headquarters, Demands Bargaining
The National Treasury Employees Union has protested the department’s actions in collective bargaining negotiations.
Management
Postal Police Play Key Role in Mail Bombs Case, Employees 'Deeply Concerned' for Safety
Mail handlers warned to stay "alert and vigilant" as seven mail bombs found in recent days.
Management
The First U.S. Official To Be Arrested For Leaking Is a Trump Supporter
A senior adviser at the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, is accused of leaking information about private citizens’ bank transactions.
Management
In The Future, Companies Won’t Hire Remote Employees. They’ll Hire Remote Teams
A startup called Terminal offers remote operations as a service.
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