Management
VOA’s Extremism Watch Project Fills a Niche in Monitoring Terrorism
Website in English and South Asian languages can claim scoops.
Management
Trump Signs Order to Freeze Federal Hiring
President does not elaborate on policy, other than to say military would be exempt.
Management
Trump Snubs Ethical Norms Because We Have Forgotten Why They Matter
We haven't had a major government ethics scandal since Watergate, which means Americans have forgotten how bad it can be. That's why Trump may end up accidentally reminding us.
Management
Why It’s So Hard for Women to Break Into the C-suite
While Clinton's popular vote win shows progress toward gender equality, her rival's nomination of just three women to his Cabinet is a reminder of how much work still needs to be done to overcome bias in management.
Management
Is Part of Chelsea Manning’s Legacy Increased Surveillance?
Government agencies and contractors are now less trusting of their workers, and keeping a much closer eye on them, both on and off the job.
Defense
Trump Blames his Rift With the CIA on the Media
In his first speech after the inauguration Trump tried to patch things up with the FBI and CIA.
Management
Trump Gets His First Cabinet Picks
The Senate confirmed the first two members of the new president’s administration: James Mattis as defense secretary and John Kelly as homeland security secretary.
Management
Trump Faces New Legal Complaints on Day One
ACLU and CREW seek documents associated with the president’s hotel lease and climate change policies.
Management
Trump’s First Budget Could Be A Unique Mix of Severe Cuts and Increased Spending
New presidents typically unveil a broad budget plan in February, and a more detailed version in spring.
Management
How to Deal With a New Boss
Remember, this is an opportunity to make a fresh start. The score is now 0-0.
Management
Trump Promises to Transform Government by Putting the American People First
In many ways, president's inaugural address lays out vision for expanded role of government.
Management
Neuroscience Shows That Stress Can Actually Make You Better at Your Job
Too little or too much of it, and your brain underperforms. But the right amount can help you do your best.
Management
From Fear to Compassion: Wisdom from the Dalai Lama
Pushing fear away will not eliminate it.
Management
Here Are the Officials Now Leading Federal Agencies
Most are career employees who will serve as temporary heads.
Management
Inside How Federal Agencies Will Operate in Trump's First Days
Trump is sending hundreds of appointees across government on Day 1.
Management
Why Do Tom Price's Potential Conflicts of Interest Matter?
Investments in health-care companies by Trump’s nominee for health secretary raise both ethical and legal questions.
Management
Why Trump Is Keeping Some Obama Appointees Around
Without any of his key appointees confirmed by the Senate, the incoming president has turned to existing officials to help smooth the transition.
Management
Donald Trump’s Nominee For Treasury Secretary Wants a Bigger IRS
"Where we add people, we make money," Steve Mnuchin said at his confirmation hearing.
Management
Trump Is Said to Embrace Plan to Kill Whole Agencies and Programs
News report on major budget cuts comes as Perry backs off vow to eliminate Energy.
Management