Route Fifty
Colorado Is the 1st State to Warn Residents of CHIP’s Uncertain Future
The state only has enough money to keep the program operational until Jan. 31.
Nextgov
GAO: FCC Needs to Consider How Connected Toasters Could Clog the Spectrum
The internet of things could eat up spectrum, but the FCC isn’t doing enough to anticipate strains.
Management
Shutdown Negotiations Between Trump and Democrats Break Down Before Starting
Congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle warn of increased chances of shuttering agencies.
Defense
Top Enlisted Leaders Push Back: There Is No Readiness ‘Crisis’
Recent deadly accidents are concerning, but part of the risk of military operations around the globe, they said.
Management
State Department’s Reorganization Guru Quits
After three months on the job, private-sector efficiency expert resigns.
Management
The Concept of Productive Procrastination Is a Myth
If it enhances your creativity, it probably wasn't procrastination to begin with.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The President Turns Down 'Person of the Year'
The president is beefing with a magazine on Twitter.
Route Fifty
States Hope Supreme Court Sports Betting Case Will Lead to Revenue Windfall
The high court might end a “failed statutory regime” that Nevada currently enjoys.
Oversight
From Electronic Puppets to Icelandic Fish, Senator Questions $500B in Federal Spending
"Federal Fumbles" report identifies what senator calls wasteful or poorly prioritized spending.
Nextgov
Report: Government Websites Are (Somehow) Getting Worse
Most federal websites fail metrics related to load time and secure connections, according to a think tank assessment.
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