Oversight
Lawmakers Ask: Where’s the Broader Syria Strategy?
No surprise that Democrats questioned Friday’s retaliatory strike, but even a few GOP defense hawks wondered aloud.
Defense
Pentagon Declares Strike Successful. Here’s A Look at What Went Into It
U.S., French, and British planes and ships used a wide variety of precision weapons to hit Syrian chemical weapons facilities. Some saw their first day of combat.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Comey And Trump Are Back At It
The fired FBI chief's book is coming out, so the president is back on the offensive.
Route Fifty
Supreme Court Prepares to Reconsider Limits on State, Local Tax Authority
With South Dakota v. Wayfair, the justices could resolve long-standing tensions over online sales tax collections.
Pay & Benefits
Employees At a Small Agency Trump Wants to Abolish Move Toward Unionization
Chemical Safety Board employees also seek to protect themselves against job title changes and telework cutbacks.
Management
If Confirmed, Pompeo Would Inherit a State Department in a State of Despair
Senators prompt Trump’s nominee on how he would address problems at the “emaciated” department.
Oversight
Justice Watchdog Finds Fired FBI Leader McCabe 'Lacked Candor'
Attorney general’s grounds for dismissal of former No. 2 at the bureau confirmed.
Management
Analysis: I Ran U.S. Border Patrol—And I Support Trump's Call to Deploy the National Guard
Critics have assailed the president’s decision to send troops to the border. But they can provide additional assistance and resources to agents in times of need.
Management
Why Trump Hasn’t Fired Sessions
The president has reportedly been musing about firing his attorney general since last summer. Here's why it hasn't happened yet.
Management
Sam Altman's Simple Advice On Being Productive—And Not Freaking Out When You Aren't
Y Combinator president Sam Altman shares some fundamental tips.
Defense
Mattis Confirms Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria, But No Trump Decision to Strike Yet
The National Security Council discussed options with the president for responding to the attack, but the administration was still syncing up with allies Thursday evening.
Management
Trump Creates Task Force to Fix the Postal Service, Though Congress Already Has Its Own Ideas
Stakeholders welcome attention on postal issues, but major reform proposals are already well established.
Nextgov
Audit: Veterans Affairs IT Security Officials Have A Lot Of Work To Do
The annual FISMA report includes 29 recommendations to fix significant security weaknesses in eight areas.
Management
Appointee Watch: Former TSP Chairman Nominated to Lead Social Security
The Senate voted Thursday to confirm President Trump’s pick for deputy EPA administrator.
Route Fifty
In Most States, the Middle Class Is Now Growing — But Slowly.
The share of middle-class households grew more in Montana than in any other state between 2013 and 2016.
Nextgov
DOD Official Says It Won't Halt Other Cloud Contracts Because of JEDI
The Defense Department pushed back against rumors that its JEDI cloud acquisition would stifle its other cloud contracts.
Nextgov
How Lawmakers Want to Rein in Facebook
Mark Zuckerberg's marathon testimony foreshadowed that regulations are coming.
Defense
Special Operators Are Getting a Bit More Much-Needed Rest
At least two SOF components are on a ‘glide path’ to the Pentagon’s desired optempo.
Defense