Defense
Official: E-Verify changes are in the works
The controversial electronic system that checks a worker's immigration status against federal databases is set to expire at the end of September.
Oversight
Senate majority leader slows action on GSA nominee
Aides said Harry Reid, D-Nev., delayed confirmation of Martha Johnson while seeking assurances that the agency did not discourage federal employees from traveling to Las Vegas for conferences.
Defense
Forward Observer: A Second Chance
Congress needs to reassert its war-making authority and ask the administration's top officials the tough questions on Afghanistan.
Oversight
Report finds room for improvement in Recovery Act transparency
OMB Watch calls for more comprehensive reporting from subrecipients and enhanced performance metrics for stimulus projects.
Oversight
Energy Savings Performance Contracts don’t measure up, IG finds
New report raises doubts about the mechanism many agencies use to finance facilities upgrades.
Oversight
USDA will debut new version of online learning platform
AgLearn will provide more social media tools for employees to use and serve as a model for job training programs in China.
Defense
‘Routine’ Coast Guard exercise sparks alarm
Homeland Security officials will examine how a normal training event in Washington led to fear of a terrorist incident during Sept. 11 memorial ceremonies.
Defense
Senator urges faster buildup of Afghan forces
Carl Levin, D-Mich., says move would be more effective than sending more U.S. combat troops to the country.
Oversight
Senate confirms key regulatory nominee
Cass Sunstein will head OMB's Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs.
Oversight
Treasury chief signals administration will renew TARP program
Officials fear a lack of liquidity could stall economic recovery.
Defense
Committee agrees to open door to possible F-22 exports
Legislative language would allow the Pentagon to start developing a version of the fighter jet that could be sold to allies.
Oversight
Con artists exploit the Recovery Act
At least 270,000 Americans have been victimized by scams promising free government grants, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
Defense
Researchers pursue new anthrax vaccine
There is currently only one anthrax vaccine licensed for use in the United States, but it does not provide permanent immunity from infection by the bacteria.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Government works toward a more proactive cybersecurity approach
Detection of intruders is an incremental step in prevention of cyberattacks , Homeland Security official says.
Oversight
Energy improves Recovery Act reporting, IG says
Although work remains, department is developing financial controls for stimulus spending and mitigating fiscal risk.
Defense
Defense opposes cuts in funding for civilian Air Force personnel
Pentagon officials also object to authorization bill language that could result in the repeal of a controversial pay-for-performance system.
Oversight
Ten administration officials granted exceptions to ethics rule
Waivers address revolving door concerns related to the appointees’ former employers.
Oversight
Homeland Security breaks ground at new headquarters
The facility in Southeast Washington will unify the department and help bring jobs to the surrounding struggling neighborhoods, officials say.
Defense
Senate panel backs F-22, F-35 engine cuts
But addition of funding for 10 C-17s marks a significant break with Pentagon officials.
Oversight