Management

How Leaders Rise From Small Groups

New research indicates how leaders arise from small groups of people over time.

Management

Forest Service Advised to Improve Reporting on Sexual Harassment

IG finds progress in workplace protections, but managers with prior histories won promotions.

Management

Shutdown Thwarted Public Input on Agency Rules

Lawmakers, citing public health and environmental impact, want OMB to extend the rulemaking comment period.

Management

You Don’t Need Leadership Training to Lead

An interview with retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal on the nature of leadership.

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Washington-Area Agencies Closed Wednesday

OPM announces closure amid forecasts of an impending winter storm.

Management

Don’t Assume the Worst

It’s a quick way to derail communications and set yourself and others up for disappointment.

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Federal Union Accuses FLRA of 'Unprecedented' Bias Against Labor

"Essentially, the union never prevails" in appeals of disputes between unions and agencies, attorneys argue in federal lawsuit.

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The VA Is Paying for a Top Official’s Cross-Country Commute

Darin Selnick, the architect of the Trump administration’s controversial new policies on private health care for veterans, traveled to Washington from his home in California twice a month at taxpayer expense.

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Trump Science Adviser Stresses the Benefits of Private Research Funding

Kelvin Droegemeier tells academic groups he favors stronger industry ties.

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Sexual Harassment by Former Housing Agency Chief Confirmed

Watchdog says now-retired Mel Watt likely propositioned female subordinate who complained.

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Andrew McCabe Couldn’t Believe the Things Trump Said About Putin

The former deputy director of the FBI explains why the bureau felt obligated to investigate the president—and how the Mueller probe might end.

Management

A Brief History of Presidential Lethargy

Calvin Coolidge, during one stretch of his presidency, was getting 15 hours of shut-eye each day, while William Howard Taft was known for nodding off during public events.

Management

Trump's Declaration of Emergency Authority to Redirect Spending Will Bring Complex Challenges

His $8 billion shuffle to build a border wall is unprecedented, maybe illegal in some parts.

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Lawmakers Aim to Protect Private Landowners on U.S.-Mexico Border

Members of Congress hope to pass laws to help border-adjacent property owners who may be displaced through eminent domain if Trump’s border wall plans proceed.

Management

Trump Signs Spending Bill and Emergency Declaration, Avoiding Shutdown and Granting Pay Raise

Most agencies will see an uptick in funding for fiscal 2019.

Management

Trump Declares National Emergency, Calling Government Border Drug Stats ‘Lies’

In a dark, rambling speech, the president repeated long-debunked arguments — and provided ammunition for likely court challenges.

Management

Too Few Women Leading Justice Department Litigation, Employees Say

Network of 375 federal attorneys says "dearth" of women sends "negative message."

Management

Analysis: What Trump Could Do If He Declares a State of Emergency

A president’s emergency powers are extensive, and largely unchecked.

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Trump’s Emergency Declaration Is a Test for Senate Republicans

For weeks, GOP lawmakers have warned the president against pursuing extraordinary measures. What now?