Tech
Thousands of Immigrant Green Cards Have ‘Gone Missing,’ Watchdog Finds
A Homeland Security agency’s long-troubled program to automate benefits processing has worsened, auditors say.
Management
Trump Names Transition Leaders for Government Management Agencies
President-elect taps former Republican administration officials to head OMB, OPM and GSA "landing teams."
Management
Trump Won’t Push Prosecution of Clinton, Aide Says
A separate probe of alleged FBI anti-Clinton bias goes to Office of Special Counsel.
Management
Want to Be a Good Boss? Start by Understanding Why You Want to Lead
Research explores the pros and cons of two distinct leadership styles.
Management
Donald Trump, in a Video to Americans, Promises to Take Six Actions 'On Day One'
“For every one new regulation, two old regulations must be eliminated."
Management
A Trump Hopeful’s Homeland Security Plan Includes a Muslim Registry and Changes to Voting Laws
Kris Kobach may have inadvertently displayed his security proposal during a photo op.
Management
A Moderate, a Loyalist or a Hardliner— Who is on Donald Trump’s Secretary of State Shortlist?
Former presidential candidate Mitt Romney and ex-New York mayor Rudy Giuliani are near the top of the possible picks.
Management
To Make Government Great Again, Fix the Procurement System
When strategic sourcing fails to deliver mission value, it isn’t strategic. Category management could solve that.
Management
Obama Freezes SES Hiring and Gives Appointees a Resignation Deadline
The moratorium will give Trump more influence on federal agencies, officials said.
Management
Trump Team Won’t Say Whether New Administration Will Cut or Close Any Federal Agencies
Spokesman also announced landing team leaders who will meet with several agencies.
Management
Introverts Can Use Vulnerability to Become Strong Leaders
"If [your employees] see you be vulnerable then they’re more willing to be vulnerable with you. That’s part of what makes leaders approachable."
Management
The Challenge of Selecting a New Treasury Secretary
Critics lament that the department is often headed by a Wall Street financier, but the job requires expertise that only insiders tend to possess.
Management
Decision Time: Half of U.S. F-15s Need Overhauls — Or Retirement
In a backseat ride over New Hampshire, the Eagle shows why it’s still lethal, yet increasingly expensive.
Management
What is Behind the Turkey Pardoning Ritual?
The presidential turkey pardoning draws on a language of forgiveness, common to many religious traditions.
Management
Reflecting on Janet Reno, America’s First Female Attorney General, and her Example of Public Service
At a time when politicians are struggling to gain the public's trust, Janet Reno's legacy as an honest, humble public servant may serve as an example moving forward from the election.
Management
Is It Really So Bad to Have a Business Mogul as President?
Donald Trump has never held public office, but executive and global leadership are wholly interlinked so business offers some important lessons for the president-elect.
Management
What President Trump Means For the Future of Energy and Climate
President-elect Trump's objective on energy and climate is clear: Undo Obama's legacy of environmental regulations and massively expand fossil fuel production
Management
What Mid-Size Cities Can Teach Feds About Performance
Successful data efforts require focus, buy-in and capacity.
Management
How Trump Could Carry Out Mass Deportations
Former agency heads say changing Obama immigration policies will be only one small step in delivering on pledge.
Management