Oversight
New OMB team offers continuity in a turbulent time
Observers predict minimal change under acting director Jeffrey Zients.
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Lawmakers reach deal on controversial FAA labor provision
Agreement paves the way for finalization of a bill that has been years in the making.
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Broadcasting board seeks restructuring of management, networks
Independent body proposes legislation to remove duplication and economize.
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State legislatures urge Congress, Obama to 'go big' on deficit reduction
Letter urges lawmakers to consider all avenues for restoring fiscal health, including reducing discretionary spending, entitlement reform and revenue-related measures.
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The Week in Comments: Reorganization, mileage rates and a civics lesson
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
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Perry dropping out; will endorse Gingrich
Polls show the Texas governor running dead last in the Republican pack.
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Play of the Day -- Jon Stewart to Mitt Romney and his speaker's fees: Who are you?
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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Public satisfaction with federal services increases
But overall trust in government has declined, report finds.
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In symbolic move, House votes down Obama debt request
Action reflects lingering Republican resentment over a bargain struck in August.
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Federal managers see implementation challenges in Obama’s reorganization plan
Eighty percent expect leadership and management difficulties according to Government Executive’s survey of executives.
Oversight
SEC inspector general announces departure
Kotz’s work in troubled times touched on Madoff scandal, agency document shredding.
Defense
Contractors will remain in limbo during debates over automatic Defense cuts
Agency contracting officers could be last to learn sequestration details, panelists say.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Surprises in Mitt Romney's tax return, Plus: Huntsman's got (Mitt's) back
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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Paul to interrupt campaign to vote against debt-ceiling hike
Candidate also calls the super committee process a “super mess.”
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GOP's managerial wing picks its man -- Romney
Newt Gingrich's ringing declarations to shutter federal departments may not be enough to help him overtake the Republican front-runner in South Carolina.
Oversight
White House: Performance chief to serve as acting head of OMB
Jeffrey Zients will fill in until a permanent replacement is found for Jack Lew, who is leaving to become Obama’s chief of staff.
Defense
Perry wants five-year tax break for injured veterans
The Texas governor often mentions the need to improve support for veterans in the United States.
Oversight
Leadership Lessons: Arun Majumdar, Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy
Pioneer of new agency places premium on having the right people and the right culture.
Oversight