Oversight
EPA official resigns over 'crucify' comment
Al Armendariz said in a 2010 video that the regulator should 'crucify' oil and gas companies that violated environmental laws.
Management
Romney attacks Obama over GSA scandal in new Web ad
Ad shows Obama in 2008 saying he would 'go through the federal budget line by line.'
Management
Postmaster general says Congress must act
The Senate's postal reform draws fire from House Republicans and USPS advocates alike.
Management
USPS says Senate-passed postal reform effort doesn’t go far enough
Agency will be back before Congress in a few years, postmaster general says.
Management
Public opinion of federal government at 15-year low
New findings could be a concern for President Obama.
Management
Fifty-four senior executives win Presidential Distinguished Rank Awards
Defense, Agriculture receive most awards.
Management
Lawmakers challenge the Pentagon’s reliance on service contractors
Senators and House members urge the Defense secretary to rethink cuts to civilian workforce.
Management
Agencies assigned role in promoting green manufacturing
White House’s ‘bioeconomy blueprint’ seeks help disseminating scientific research and easing regulations.
Management
Are You a Transmitter or a Receiver?
The best leaders spend less time transmitting and more time receiving.
Management
Feds continue to hold a dim view of senior leaders
But latest Partnership for Public Service analysis shows an improving trend line.
Management
Senate passes U.S. Postal Service overhaul
Legislation would let USPS offer buyouts and early outs to 100,000 employees.
Management
Interior: No plans to implement 7 percent staff reduction
Memo to OMB was purely hypothetical scenario, spokesman said.
Tech
House approves transparency bill, citing GSA scandal
DATA Act would require online disclosure of spending and curb conferences.
Oversight
Crackdown on conferences clears Senate
'The party’s over,' says Republican Sen. Tom Coburn, sponsor of the provision.
Management
Gingrich unofficially concedes GOP nomination to Romney
At a campaign stop, candidate tells supporters to unite around presumptive nominee.
Management
Sex scandal hits Secret Service as most expensive presidential race gets under way
Agency has budgeted $113 million for candidate protection, a record high.
Management