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'Pretty Much a Failure': HUD Inspections Pass Dangerous Apartments Filled With Rats, Roaches and Toxic Mold
The system for inspecting federally subsidized properties is failing low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities and undermining the agency’s oversight, The Southern Illinoisan and ProPublica have found.
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Analysis: How to Fix the Broken U.S. Immigration System
We must deal with a years-long backlog and millions of undocumented workers, while remaining competitive in a global marketplace.
Management
Is Investing in Fraud Prevention a Smart Financial Decision?
Agencies are often reluctant to proactively manage fraud, possibly because they have no idea how big a problem it is.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Pay Raise Rests in the Balance as Parties Float Riders to Spending Package
With eight legislative days left before a shutdown deadline, Trump and Democrats seek additions to must-pass legislation.
Management
The Border Wall's Return on Investment Is Dubious
Low-skill workers earn one cent in extra income for every 19 cents the government spends on walling off Mexico.
Management
Legal, Ethical Challenges Mount for Acting Attorney General
Legal scholars say Matthew Whitaker’s appointment is illegal; Justice Department hasn’t released his financial disclosure forms.
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CBP Has an 'Urgent' Need for Riot Gear, According to Contracting Documents
Trump has likened the caravan to an "invasion"— and Customs and Border Protection seems to want its agents ready for one.
Management
Federal Leaders Are Highly Educated, And That Can Be a Problem
The people you serve are your ultimate bosses—make sure you’re communicating with them effectively.
Management
Pentagon Lags on Policing Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable Contracts
Some contracting officers may not be applying the required criteria, GAO warns.
Management
The Key To Workplace Productivity Is Not an App
Tips from three productivity app founders on how to manage your workplace software.
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'Not Even Invited Into the Room:' How the Trump Administration Is Treating Federal Scientists
When Trump was elected, federal scientists were worried. Two years later, their fears are being realized.
Management
Trump to Nominate Wheeler as Permanent EPA Head
Andrew Wheeler will need to step down as acting administrator when his name is formally submitted for Senate confirmation.
Management
Trump Administration Plots Costly Private-Care Expansion for Veterans
The plan sets up a clash with Democrats, who say the administration is thwarting congressional intent and will starve the VA health system to pay for private care.
Management
Critics of Agriculture’s Planned Office Moves Seek Funding Halt
Statistical association and others write to appropriators challenging rationale behind the relocation plans.
Management
How To Be Kind At Work, No Matter How You’re Feeling
Workplace kindness begins with action, not feelings.
Management
Groups Launch Six-Figure National Ad Campaign to Oppose Postal Privatization
The ad follows a proposal from the Trump administration to sell off the Postal Service.
Management
Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Makes Late Push for Two-Year Budgeting
Leadership still negotiating change that lawmakers say would give agencies more certainty in appropriations.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Grants Greater Flexibility With Senior Executive Personnel Appraisal Systems
Officials, senior executives group tout the changes as a move toward results-oriented compliance.
Management