Management
ICE Arrests Are Up Under Trump, But Deportations Are Down
The biggest spike in arrests comes from those without arrest records.
Management
Trump Reportedly Considering New Cuts to Biomedical Research
The administration is contemplating a cap on what the NIH spends on overhead—a move that critics say will “disembowel” many research institutes.
Management
The Government Wants You to Stop the Next Edward Snowden
For security clearance holders, the DHS campaign “If You See Something Say Something” is not a slogan—it’s a mandate.
Management
Senate Panel Clears Reform to Speed Hiring of Some Border Agents
Trump set hiring surge goal, but CBO says bill’s impact would be minimal.
Defense
The Pentagon Is Almost Ready for Its Close-Up
The Trump administration is pledging to audit the Department of Defense for the first time in its history while simultaneously demanding a record spending increase. Can it do both?
Management
Did Trump Try to Shut Down the FBI's Michael Flynn Investigation?
A memo from fired FBI Director James Comey quotes the president as asking him to “let it go,” contradicting White House claims.
Management
Awkward Interactions With Coworkers You Barely Know Are a Secret Key to Success
Like that lady who sits by the copier. Or that guy in sales. No, the other one. Tim? Tim. Or Tom.
Management
The Many Contradictions of White House Spin on Russia
H.R. McMaster said Trump didn’t know the source of the information he shared, but that sharing it was wholly appropriate—even as he said that leaks about the disclosure pose a danger to national security.
Management
TSA Says Hiring Surge Will Help With Record Travel Levels This Summer
Agency is hiring more airport screeners after years of cuts, and with freeze still partially in place.
Nextgov
How Much Are Agencies Spending on New Contracts?
Agencies spend most of their budgets on recompeted contracts, but there are a few sectors asking for new solutions, a report found.
Management
What Every Federal CFO Needs to Know
There’s no need to have an accounting degree—some of the most effective chief financial officers don’t.
Management
Sheryl Sandberg on How Having Her Self-Confidence Shattered Made Her a Better Leader
Sandberg has come to realize that grief cannot be fixed.
Management
A List of the Trump Administration’s Security Breaches So Far
Revealing classified information to top Russian officials was but the latest in a string of lapses since Trump took office.
Management
White House Sets June Deadline for Suggestions from Public on Revamping Government
Officials said the comments would inform Trump's effort to make government smaller, more efficient.
Management
If There Are White House Recordings, They Could Be Subpoenaed
President Trump warned James Comey that there might be “tapes” of their conversation—and if there are, it would be illegal to destroy them.
Management
How to Nurture a Successful Mentor and Protégé Relationship
Some attributes are more important than others.
Management
One Department Says Workforce Cuts Won't Be Part of Its Reorganization
Plan will not affect individual offices or missions, secretary says.
Management
To Be a Better Boss, Act Like a Witch
"Wiccans understand that good managers don't care about being in control.
Management
Appointee Watch: Nominations Overshadowed by FBI Director Firing
In an effort to reduce delays, the administration is vetting officials with the ethics office and FBI before announcing appointments.
Management