Management

Government again fails to get its financial books in order

Budget constraints and fiscal challenges make sound financial management critical, GAO says.

Defense

Union criticizes Pentagon for targeting civilians

AFGE says Defense let contractors off the hook.

Management

7 Huge Mistakes of Inaugurations Past

A look at times in inaugural history when things did not go according to plan.

Management

Why the former Washington governor is likely to join Obama's Cabinet

Christine Gregoire is on the shortlist to head Energy, Interior or EPA.

Management

How to Write Poetry for History

The bard of Obama’s 2009 inaugural says poetry fits the occasion.

Management

Who is Denis McDonough, Obama's expected pick for chief of staff?

Here's what you need to know.

Pay & Benefits

Keep paying TSP’s G Fund, petitioners tell White House

Federal employees are being singled out, We the People petition says.

Management

In Congress, Compromise Is a 4-Letter Word

One round of drinks, nine members of the House, and a sobering question: What if we can’t fix Congress?

Pay & Benefits

Bill would allow Uncle Sam to fire federal tax cheats

Legislation would apply to executive and legislative branch employees as well as Postal Service workers.

Nextgov

FAA grounds all 787 Dreamliners operated by U.S. carriers

Agency expects international regulators to take action.

Management

Big role for the military in Obama’s second inauguration festivities

Service members will participate for pageantry, security and their own enjoyment.

Management

D.C.-area feds can take unscheduled leave or telework ahead of winter storm

The region is anticipating some snow later in the day Thursday.

Management

Economists Pan Debt Ceiling’s Very Existence

Economists think the very idea of a 'debt ceiling' is a bit silly.

Management

Labor-management council aims for full agency participation in forums

Before the election, some managers may have been holding back, OPM chief says.

Tech

Meet Todd Jones, Obama's nominee for ATF director

He would be the first confirmed head of the agency.

Management

Former FEMA exec pleads guilty to conflict of interest charges

Official attempted to secure employment while negotiating agency’s contract with the same company.

Pay & Benefits

New bill would extend fed pay freeze through 2013

House will consider legislation next week.

Management

4 Ways to Help Your Team Deal with Change

Employees won't tell you if they're struggling with change, you have to reach out. Here's how.

Oversight

John Kerry's 'problematic' wealth could delay confirmation

Ruling out conflict of interest in the nominee's complex investments is tricky.

Management

Gun control steps include executive order on background checks, new ATF chief

23 executive actions will accompany legislative requests to reinstate assault weapons ban, limit high-capacity magazines.