Oversight
Obama is sworn in, emphasizes need for effective government
In inaugural address before massive crowds on the National Mall, the new commander in chief says “programs will end” when they don’t work.
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Officials say 1 million to 2 million visitors expected for inauguration
Smaller number is based on fewer requests for tour bus permits.
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Former FBI chief supports AG nominee as 'man of integrity'
Ex-director says he believes Holder would be politically independent.
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Obama then and now: Confirming an attorney general
President-elect's Senate votes on Bush nominees show his views on the position.
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Stimulus package contains billions of dollars for federal agencies
Most investment would go to improve facilities and other infrastructure.
Oversight
Senate votes to allow release of TARP funds
Obama promises greater transparency in order to get bill passed.
Defense
New Pentagon rule tightens revolving door
Any official involved in a big acquisition program will need written approval from an ethics officer to take a job with a contractor.
Defense
Nominee expects few changes to fiscal 2010 budget request
Deputy Defense hopeful says review will be limited in scope, addressing key initiatives including quality of life programs and selected acquisition programs.
Defense
New Arctic policy has big implications for agencies
Bush administration’s eleventh-hour security directives assert U.S. role in the region.
Oversight
Orszag promises scrutiny of stimulus spending but stalls on tighter rules
OMB nominee says he would post bailout contracts on a public Web site and create an oversight board, but would defer to Treasury on imposing terms of use requested by Democrats.
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OMB pick pledges better integration of management and budget duties
Initiatives will include bolstering acquisition workforce, speeding hiring and improving program performance.
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IG: Energy should reevaluate plans to bury depleted uranium oxide
Severe budget cuts in Office of Environmental Management led department to drop promising research.
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House committee chairman vows vigorous oversight of Obama administration
Rep. Edolphus Towns, D-N.Y., will focus on federal procurement, among other issues.
Oversight
Shinseki to seek transformation of Veterans Affairs
Retired Gen. Eric Shinseki says he anticipates challenges similar to those he faced in modernizing the Army.
Oversight
Treasury pick's tax problems not seen as show-stopping
Senate minority whip objects to fast-track treatment for Timothy Geithner, but others are warming to the nominee.
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Treasury nominee scrutinized on taxes, housekeeper
Obama surrogates argue that infractions were minor and should not tarnish Timothy Geithner's candidacy.
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Obama pledges to overhaul federal facilities
President-elect wants to modernize buildings and cut energy consumption.
Oversight
Defense procurement case cited in delay of women’s contracting program
SBA reviews November circuit court decision’s implications for set-aside programs.
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