Defense
Analysis: What Obama Should Have Said About Cory Remsburg
The president praised the American spirit. He ought to have also highlighted the risks of long, costly wars.
Oversight
Play of the Day: A Republican Open Mic Night
Members of the GOP had more than one response to the State of the Union.
Oversight
After Contentious Debate, Senate Panel Delays Postal Reform Vote
Senators appear close to reaching a deal, but still are sorting through final details.
News
Navigating a 'Difficult Triangle' of Security Clearance Interests
Former federal procurement policy chief Joe Jordan speaks out on a coming review of clearance procedures.
Oversight
Fire Intelligence Chief, Lawmakers Say
White House rebuffs allegation from some House members that James Clapper lied to Congress.
Management
Republicans Are Likely to Cave on Debt Ceiling. But That Won't Be the End of It.
House conservatives are already plotting retribution.
Management
Analysis: Enforcer in Chief Must Reach Far Beyond the Power of the Pen
Obama’s phone calls and executive orders won’t move the nation. But legislation will.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The State of the Union's Mixed, Awkward Messages
Tuesday brings more from TV hosts on the president's big speech.
Pay & Benefits
Postal Reform Bill Would Create New Health Care Plan for Agency
Updated version of legislation also would establish a new prefunding requirement for workers’ compensation payments.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers Vow Repeal of Military Retiree Pension Cut
Pentagon also calls for COLA restoration, but does not rule out future compensation reform.
Oversight
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Chief: Yes, We Have Data. No, We're Not the NSA
"You are giving me quotes about the NSA, which is not us and not what we are doing," Richard Cordray tells a House committee.
Oversight
Throw the Other Bums Out
Americans really disapprove of Congress--except for their own representatives.
Management
Werfel Departs OMB Following Stint as Acting IRS Chief
Next career move undetermined, ex-controller says.
Management
Recovery Act Raised Accountability, GAO Says
Websites advanced transparency, though tracking outcomes remains elusive.
Oversight
Who Gets to Sit With Michelle Obama During This Year's State of the Union?
White House announces the first round of guests Monday.
Oversight
Senate GOP Leader Sets Up Another Debt Ceiling Fight
Mitch McConnell makes it clear he'll seek policy riders on measure to hike debt limit.
Management
Postal Service Delays New Wave of Mail Processing Closures
Decision maintains current delivery standards, potentially avoiding more workforce reductions.
Oversight