Oversight

OPM asked to explain fellows program snafu

Lawmakers are concerned mistaken acceptance emails could be a sign of broader IT problems.

Oversight

IRS undercover operations should track expenses better, audit says

Progress cited in agent safety but stronger management controls advised.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- 'Mitt Romney' talks gaffes on Saturday Night Live

In cold open, 'Romney' discusses his Michigan victory.

Oversight

Ron Paul: No federal financial aid for tornado victims

GOP candidate sees a role for the National Guard after disasters, but says FEMA's involvement causes 'frustration and anger.'

Oversight

Obama seeks feedback on federal grant reform

OMB proposal aims to boost efficiency and curb duplication.

Defense

Video: Heckler confronts Obama over Iran threat

At fundraiser, heckler shouts 'No war in Iran!' at president.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Romney's Blunt Amendment blunder

The Daily Show uses candidate's name to describe a quick change of heart.

Management

Senators go after waste in wartime contracting

Bill steps up oversight, transparency, accountability and competition.

Oversight

Baby steps for government bookkeeping

Financial management is improving slowly, officials tell House subcommittee.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Would Snooki's pregnancy change Santorum's stance on birth control?

Leno touches on Ron Paul's lack of Secret Service protection in his show.

Management

Senior Executive Service due for a shakeup, lawmaker says

Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., calls for infusion of talent from outside the federal ranks.

Oversight

Labor sues Postal Service over whistleblower mistreatment

Lawsuit is OSHA’s second complaint in recent years against Seattle center.

Defense

Military struggles to identify false valor, lacks award-recipient database

Lawmakers want to help employers verify veterans' decorations.

Oversight

Video: Clinton praises State workers in budget testimony

State Department request is for $51.6 billion.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Mitt Romney's flip-flop finder

Jon Stewart uses a button to find a Romney inconsistency.

Oversight

State Department, others should consolidate overseas maintenance costs, GAO finds

Report recommends agencies use same service program.

Management

Obama establishes center to strengthen trade enforcement

Unit will coordinate agencies to protect U.S. firms and workers.

Management

Senator denounces Obama budget text on disclosure of contractor gifts

Susan Collins revives controversy over 2011 draft executive order.

Oversight

Watchdog finds tens of billions in cost cutting opportunities

GAO report outlines 51 areas where federal programs could be more efficient.

Oversight

Santorum argues for religion in government

Separation of church and state does not appear verbatim in the Constitution, candidate says.