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

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

Trump Promises Federal Agency Thank You Tour

President-elect knows public servants make sacrifices that go unrecognized, spokesman says.