Management
Team Bush
By placing White House loyalists in key Cabinet departments, President Bush has moved to solidify his control of the government in his second term.
Management
NASA chief says space shuttle launch target is firm
Despite safety concerns raised by a space advisory group, "we're ready to go" next month, NASA Administrator Michael Griffin told the House Science Committee Tuesday.
Management
Panel's tally for proposed terminations totals 101 programs
Program cuts could save government $4.6 billion in fiscal 2006.
Management
Senate gearing up for appropriations bills
Observers watch majority leader to gauge if he will move bills in a timely fashion.
Defense
Marshals Service director leaving agency
During his time as head of the Marshals Service, Benigno Reyna’s agency was criticized for lax protection of the judiciary.
Defense
Pentagon inspector general interviewing ex-acquisitions chief
Sen. John Warner, R-Va., contacted former Pentagon acquisition chief Edward (Pete) Aldridge and urged him to talk to the IG.
Management
Veterans Affairs' $1 billion shortfall in health care prompts budget scrum
Department shifted $410 million intended for use in fiscal 2006 and another $600 million from maintenance, repairs and equipment accounts to meet this year's VA healthcare needs.
Management
NASA chief expands leadership team
Administrator Michael Griffin continues push to revamp agency’s structure.
Management
Lawmaker opens debate on financial management
Congress wants to make federal financial managers more accountable.
Defense
Study finds 'fear and uncertainty' among border inspectors
Migration Policy Institute releases second of three reports assessing border control measures since 9/11.
Management
Unions battle to represent border agents
Customs and Border Patrol employees are likely going to the polls to decide who will represent them.
Defense
House intelligence bill cuts technical programs, beefs up human capabilities
Some lawmakers say they will fight to restore funding for technical systems, arguing that cuts threaten national security.
Management
Postal measure clears Senate panel; floor action uncertain
Bull shifts payment for the agency's military pensions back to the Treasury Department.
Tech
GSA’s pick to manage new acquisition service draws congressional fire
Senior official Barbara L. Shelton will head the Federal Acquisition Service, but the choice is called "disappointing."
Defense
Coast Guard pleads to retain funds for upgrading fleet
Rep. Olympia Snowe, R-Maine, said new plan "doesn't reflect reality."
Management