Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump's Inauguration Musician Search
Yes, Andrea Bocelli back out of the event, but Chumbawamba and The Freedom Girls are probably available.
Nextgov
Trump Doesn’t Need Silicon Valley to Eliminate Government Waste
He would do better to confer with the Government Accountability Office, the independent, nonpartisan federal agency that supports Congress to meet its constitutional responsibilities, and improves performance and ensures accountability on behalf of all Americans.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Obama's Russian Strategy
John McCain has accused the president of not having a plan for Russia, but Obama might just employ a stalling technique.
Oversight
Senators Seek Probe of Potential Civil Service Violations by Trump’s Transition Team
Lawmakers ask for accountability for anyone "coercing" feds for "partisan purposes."
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump's Star Wars Connection
No, "Rogue One" didn't change its plot to reflect the president-elect. But he's more like the Star Wars franchise than you think.
Defense
Why the NSA Inspector General Lost His Job (and Wants It Back)
In first major use of special presidential directive, special panel concludes watchdog retaliated against a whistleblower.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Best TV of 2016 Was Definitely the Trump Campaign
Twists, turns, a surprise ending… The campaign had everything.
Oversight
Many in 'Cynical' Electorate OK With Big Government If Reformed
Volcker Alliance pre-elections surveys show bipartisan skepticism about agencies' performance.
Oversight
Trump’s 17 Cabinet-level Picks Have More Money Than a Third of American Households Combined
And there are still several more appointments to be made.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump's Cabinet Diversity
The president-elect is hiring a lot of people who look alike.
Oversight
Trump’s ‘Unconstitutional’ Business Plan ‘Reeks,’ Former Presidential Lawyers Say
Republicans decline to join minority party at congressional forum.
Oversight
Republicans Like Paul Ryan Want to Stop Regulatory Agencies From Writing Rules or Doing Much of Anything
Regulations are often technical and wonky—but they make sure the water we drink is clean and that the jobs we perform are safe.
Oversight
What Obama Can Do Before He Leaves Office
While this isn’t a particularly large period of time for him to achieve monumental things, it’s a window wide enough to tie up loose ends.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Does Trump Want Kanye West in His Cabinet?
Probably not, but they did meet at Trump Tower on Tuesday.
Oversight
Government Ethics Office Now Says Trump’s Business Plans Fall Short
OGE backtracks on previous praise of the president-elect's plans.
Tech
The Senate Will Investigate Russian Election Interference
With Mitch McConnell’s backing, a bipartisan inquiry could tee up the first confrontation between Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Russia, the CIA and Donald Trump
Late-night takes on the election's newest scandal.
Oversight
Trump Postpones Announcement About Separating His Business Interests From the Presidency
Trump’s failure to exit his business gives the Electoral College a legitimate reason to vote him down, experts say.
Oversight
Quiz: Are You in Danger of Breaking the Rules for Holiday Gift Giving in Federal Offices?
Federal employees are subject to restrictions on what they can give and receive.
Oversight