Oversight
Why Trump Might Fire Robert Mueller
President Trump is reportedly considering drastic action to end the Russia investigation.
Management
GSA Secures Discounted Airfares for Federal Travelers
Pre-negotiated rates will result in a 53 percent discount for the federal government.
Management
Alleged Retaliation Against Senior Executives Prompts Bipartisan Concern
One senator will request an investigation into controversial reassignments.
Management
Annual Defense Bill Aims to Rein in Pentagon Outsourcing
Supporters say measure would protect federal employees from seeing their jobs contracted out.
Oversight
Trump Names Acting Ethics Chief, Bypassing Senior Career Official
The president has created an ethics "crisis," says former OGE director Walter Shaub.
Management
Jared Kushner Maintains He 'Did Not Collude' With Russia in Rare Public Statement
President Trump’s son-in-law and adviser addressed reporters after meeting behind closed doors with the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Management
Appointee Watch: A New Army Secretary, Press Office Turmoil and Another Round of Ambassadors
Esper is Trump's third choice to lead the military branch.
Management
The Performance Revolution Government Needs
When the brand of government is unattractive to top talent, it should be a reason for reform.
Management
HUD Secretary Praises Career Employees for Help in Transition
Departmental operations have continued running smoothly despite numerous vacancies in key leadership positions, Carson says.
Management
Why Warmth Is the Underappreciated Skill Leaders Need
The case for demonstrating more than just competence.
Defense
Pentagon Logistics Agency Transferred Sensitive Military Surplus to GAO Sleeper Purchasers
Fictional law enforcement agency successfully bought items ranging from night vision goggles to small arms.
Management
Trump Shakes Up Communications Team
President Trump’s press secretary Sean Spicer has resigned in protest of the president's decision to name a former hedge-fund executive as communications director.
Management
The Agencies Where Trump Can Most Easily Shift Contracting Priorities
The White House wants to overhaul federal operations. Contract data suggest it will be easier at some agencies than others.
Management
Trump Trains His Sights on Mueller's Investigation
The president’s lawyers are looking at multiple ways to undermine or curtail the Russia inquiry, including his issuing pardons.
Management
More U.S. Veterans Are Getting Hospice Care
A major push to improve end-of-life care and get more U.S. veterans into hospice appears to be paying off.
Management
Why Trump Probably Hasn't Spooked the Justice Department
It seems to be business as usual for top federal law-enforcement officials one day after receiving harsh criticism from the president.
Management
Analysis: Why We Need to Save the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Republicans are hoping to eliminate or at least defang the only federal agency tasked solely with protecting consumers from financial abuses. What would we miss if they succeed?
Management
Officials Laud House Proposal for Commission to Curb Improper Payments
Plan to reduce waste and fraud draws bipartisanship.
Management