Management
Trump's Pick for HHS Chief Raises Questions About Plans to Tackle Drug Prices
Trump touts Alex Azar as a “star for better healthcare."
Oversight
Federal Judge Reinstates Ousted AFGE Official
Investigation against alleged misdeeds by Eugene Hudson was led by an official who had previously described him as a “Master Grifter.”
Management
A Delay in the Confirmation of Trump’s CIA Watchdog Nominee is Looking More Likely
Whistleblowers go public claiming Sharpley misled Congress on pending reprisal complaints.
Management
The EPA Is Taking Years to Resolve Discrimination and Harassment Cases
The agency is far from meeting its requirement to issue decisions within 60 days.
Management
Celebrating the Legacy of a Public Service Legend
It would be hard to overstate Paul Volcker’s contributions to government service.
Pay & Benefits
State Department Confirms It Is Offering Buyouts to Entice 641 Employees to Leave
Tillerson’s controversial reorganization plan will require an 8 percent cut that cannot be reached through normal attrition.
Management
The Woman Standing Between The White House and the Mass Deportation of 450,000 People
Elaine Duke is a "soft-spoken, modest woman who drives a Prius." Now she's battling with the White House.
Management
Hamburgers, Disputed Shrimp, Kung Pao Chicken: Trump’s Meals in Asia
An less-than-adventurous diner, the American president also had vanilla ice-cream, teriyaki chicken, and Tex-Mex on his trip.
Management
Employee Group Raises Concerns That New Park Service Uniforms Could Increase Disease Risk
35,000 federal employees could put both themselves and the environment at risk, group says.
Management
Whether You Can Work Well From Home Depends On These Three Things
Here's your guide to answering the question, "should I work from home today?"
Management
The Management Lessons Retired Astronaut Scott Kelly Learned in Space
A conflict-free workplace has been discovered, 250 miles away from Earth.
Oversight
Largest Federal Labor Union Opposes Trump’s Pick for Top USDA Lawyer
AFGE says Stephen Vaden “has shown contempt” for union contract, while Democratic senators question his experience, defense of controversial voter ID laws.
Defense
Defense Authorization Bill Allows Pilot Program on Curbing Bid Protests
A Senate-proposed “loser pays” mandate on major contracts was watered down.
Management
The Agency Conducting Your Background Investigations May Change
The ramifications could be significant.
Management
Shulkin Stresses Accountability of VA Employees While Defending His Own
VA chief says reporters did not do their homework before accusing him of wasting taxpayer money on personal excursions during a trip to Europe in July.
Management
Employees Often Perceive Their Organizations To Be More Or Less Diverse Than They Actually Are
A new survey suggests perceptions of diversity don't always match reality.
Management
Arianna Huffington's Solution For Women Who Don't Know What To Wear To Work
Women often spend a lot of time searching for appropriate workplace attire. Arianna Huffington prefers not to.
Management
It’s Time to Improve Government’s Use of Metrics and Analytics
When used effectively in managing performance, the gains can be impressive.
Management
Foreign Service Is Being Depleted at a 'Dizzying Speed,' Union Says
Cuts "are hard to square with the stated agenda of making State and the Foreign Service stronger," says leader of current and retired diplomats.
Management