Management

Appointee Watch: An FBI Director Nominee, Defense Picks and More

Latest movement comes amid debate over whether vacant positions are hamstringing the Trump administration.

Management

National Guard Whistleblower Wins Vindication from Pentagon Watchdog

Advocates hail a rare reversal by the Defense Department’s inspector general.

Management

A Career Coach Explains Why the Thing That Makes You Awesome is Also the Thing That Screws You Up

It's rewarding to work on things that don't come naturally.

Management

The Questions Sessions Left Unanswered

Testifying on Capitol Hill Tuesday, the attorney general defended himself against what he called “scurrilous and false allegations” related to Russia. But he repeatedly refused to answer senators’ queries.

Management

Boeing to Cut 50 Executives, Reorganize Defense Business

Fresh off a move to from St. Louis to Washington, the firm’s defense division says it’s removing a layer of bureaucracy.

Management

Major Civil Service Reform Bill Heads to Trump’s Desk

House follows Senate in passing measure to speed up the firing of VA employees.

Management

The Private-prison Industry Has One Big Client That No One Talks About

The upending of Obama-era reforms by the Trump administration could mean even more detainees in custody for an agency that has no jails of its own.

Tech

Treasury Managers Stress Teamwork in Major Information Technology Upgrade

Cloud services award will come Wednesday amid Trump budget uncertainty.

Management

Rod Rosenstein: I Have Not Seen 'Good Cause' to Fire Robert Mueller

The deputy attorney general told lawmakers the special counsel handling the Russia investigation has “full independence.”

Management

Federal Recruiting Could Get Even Harder With Loan Program's Demise

Education Department says Trump proposal would not affect current enrollees in the public service loan forgiveness program.

Management

Trump Administration to Undocumented Immigrants: 'You Should Be Worried'

DHS officials defend controversial tactics and proposals, tout hiring progress.

Management

Watchdog: IGs Should Improve Grading of Agencies for Improper Payments

GAO says inconsistent reporting risks use of misleading data on waste.

Management

Staying Out Late Two Days a Week Is Worse For Your Health Than You Think

Even if you sleep in and catch up on sleep, staying up late on weekends can wreck your body.

Management

A Simple Mental Trick Can Help You Figure Out Who’s Telling a Lie

If it comes down to which person to believe, sometimes your best bet is to trust your gut.

Management

J. Edgar Hoover’s Oversteps: Why FBI Directors Are Forbidden From Getting Cozy With Presidents

Hoover abused his power as FBI director to serve presidents' interests. The reforms that followed were set up to prevent it from happening again.

Management

House Republicans Push for Expedited, Consolidated 2018 Spending Bill

Democrats want regular order, say there’s not enough time to pass omnibus legislation this summer.

Management

White House Denies that Trump Vacancies Impair Agency Reforms

Management adviser talks up consultation with career staff, says there will be a “not insignificant” announcement on agency reorganization plans this week.

Management

When Is a Leak Ethical?

Leaking classified information violates the law. But it doesn't mean that people are abandoning their ethics.

Management

Shakeup at GSA as Two Executives Resign

Merging technology services with acquisition leaves Tom Sharpe without a job.

Management

Government Needs to Redefine the HR Function

Human resources offices were not staffed or enabled to play a prominent role in what promises to be a contentious restructuring.