Oversight

EPA Nominee’s Hearing Is Just the Opening Act for GOP

Gina McCarthy, a tough-talking South Boston environmental regulator, expects grilling from Republicans.

Management

Sally Jewell Confirmed as Interior Secretary

President and CEO of outdoor equipment firm is praised for management skills, commitment to conservation.

Management

The Obama Budget Simplified

Attempting to boil down the budget to just nine words.

Management

Budget Winners and Losers

President’s fiscal 2014 plan tightens spending levels, but makes room for a few increases.

Tech

Tweeting the Fiscal 2014 Budget

Politicians, agency leaders, journalists and concerned citizens weigh in.

Defense

Obama Budget Pays for Military Base Closures

New BRAC would be modeled after 1993 and ’95 rounds, official says.

Management

How to Make Working Outside Work for You

A how-to guide for getting the most out of taking the office outdoors.

Management

Postal Service Reverses Plans to End Saturday Mail Delivery

USPS will now seek to reduce workforce and raise prices to address fiscal situation.

Pay & Benefits

Obama Seeks 1 Percent Pay Raise for Feds

Fiscal 2014 budget plan also proposes a 1 percent salary increase for military.

Management

3 Governments Playing on Human Nature to Improve Program Performance

Principles of behavioral economics are influencing how governments approach new policy.

Management

Federal Leadership is on the Decline

New research sheds light on which agencies have the best, and worst, leadership.

Management

Budget Director Nominee Wants More Emphasis on Management

Sylvia Mathews Burwell lists improved efficiency and effectiveness among goals.