Defense
Watchdogs Differ on U.S. Troops’ Handling of Afghan Child Sex Abuse
IGs for Pentagon and Afghanistan reconstruction took different approaches to a serious problem.
Route Fifty
Justice Department, Chicago Continue Their Immigration Compliance Dance
A month after the Trump administration was stopped from withholding public safety funds from the city for its “sanctuary” policies, it’s now targeting a different law enforcement grant.
Oversight
Congress Returns With Less Than Two Weeks to Avoid a Shutdown
Diverging spending priorities could jeopardize Congress’ ability to meet a Dec. 8 deadline to keep agencies open.
Management
Is America’s ‘Best Idea’ at Stake?
Republicans and the Trump administration are trying to reduce the number of national monuments, which would put once-protected land up for commercial use.
Management
Changing The Language In Job Ads Could Help Bring More Women Into Tech
One of the biggest job websites in the UK will help companies that sign up to a charter to attract more women into the industry.
Management
Trump Budget Director Arrives at Consumer Bureau as Legal Clash Unfolds
It's unclear who is in charge at CFPB.
Route Fifty
Fresno Officials Offer Amazon an Unusual Set of Keys to the City
As Chicago dangles $1.32 billion in personal income tax diversions in hopes to land the HQ2, a bid from California's fifth-largest city promises something very different.
Management
‘Beyond Snowden’ Book Argues For U.S. Surveillance Reform
In a new book, former intelligence official Timothy H. Edgar argues for reforming the surveillance system to balance privacy, security, and transparency.
Oversight
NIH Funding Cuts Could Paralyze Drug Development
"Cutting the NIH budget could dismantle our ability to address real problems."
Tech
Experts Predict Tougher Fight for U.S. Government Information
"Journalists and others in the information trenches continue to report more and more government secrecy..."says David Cuillier.
Management
What Can Insomniacs Learn From Sleep Crises of Centuries Past? Eat Onions.
Sleep crises are far from new, and perhaps we could learn a lot from the sleep strategies used by our ancestors.
Management
Coaching Is About More Than Asking Questions
Goals are key to unlocking the talent around you.
Nextgov
Trump Administration Has Talked Up Social Media Vetting, But It’s Nothing New
Arlington-based deep web search engine provider Giant Oak says agencies have been perusing social media accounts long before Trump took office.
Management
How Agility Is Driving Government Transformation
Government is notoriously bad at adapting to rapid advances in technology and the shifting expectations of citizens.
Management
Delayed Security Clearance Reforms Could Increase Costs for Agencies
Continuous evaluation could remain a pipe dream as cash-strapped agencies get no guidance from the top.
Oversight
Federal Unions Support Request for Supreme Court Review of Denied MSPB Case Appeals
Three feds were denied lower court appeals based on allegedly erroneous deadlines.
Management
As Trump Bragged About His Wine, It Was Sold at Shenandoah National Park
An environmental lawyer says the sale could pose a major conflict of interest.
Pay & Benefits
Keep These Documents Handy
A guide to the paperwork you may need when it comes time to file your retirement application.
Defense