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Obama names science and technology team
President-elect says he will promote "free and open inquiry" and listen to his advisers, even when they are presenting "inconvenient" findings.
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Chamber report proposes fixes to patent review process
Re-establishing the Patent and Trademark Office as a government corporation is among the recommendations.
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Immigrant, union groups see Labor nominee as ally
Business representatives are wary of Rep. Hilda Solis' support of priorities like "card check" legislation to make it easier to form a union, but said immigration could be an area of common ground.
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Holidays give no rest for administration job-seekers
Obama wants lower-level officials in place as early as possible after Jan. 20.
Defense
Air Force names one-star general to lead provisional nuclear command
Service officials are undecided on final location and leader for Global Strike Command when it becomes permanent in late 2009.
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Safavian found guilty in retrial
Former top procurement official faced charges for lying about his relationship with lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
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Homeland Security chief lists FEMA overhaul among achievements
Michael Chertoff says the agency has been "substantially and successfully retooled" since hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
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Obama to nominate Solis to head Labor Department
California lawmaker has a strong background on union issues.
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Group balks at Obama proposal to thin federal management ranks
Job cuts would lead to government inefficiency, says coalition representing more than 200,000 managers.
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Amid tensions, Obama offers NASA spot in parade
The president-elect and agency officials differ on funding for a new generation of space shuttles.
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Former Clinton official says 'normalcy' is within reach for Justice
Jamie Gorelick expresses optimism that the department can return to its roots, despite "vexing" challenges.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: SSA becomes first to log on to national health network
Decision to use nationwide network to support processing disability claims is viewed as a boon to government push for more use of e-health records.
Oversight
Senate’s new small business leader says SBA deserves Cabinet status
Incoming chairwoman asks Obama to re-empower the agency so it can serve as a stronger advocate for small firms.
Defense
Military forms special units trained to respond to possible WMD attacks
Creation of such a defense capability was recommended by the 9-11 Commission.
Oversight
Issa moving to create house Republican investigative unit
Ranking member of government reform panel says he wants greater oversight of federal agencies.
Oversight
Jury deliberates in Safavian case
Trial ends without attorneys for former top Bush administration procurement official calling any witnesses to the stand.
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From Nexgov.com: AT&T to offer secure Internet connections under federal telecom contract
GSA announced AT&T has been awarded the first such contract via the Networx Universal telecommunications program.
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Obama’s pick for Education secretary garners widespread praise
Arne Duncan is admired for his willingness to undertake tough reforms and for his ability to work with teachers unions.
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Center of Power
Senate Democrats won’t be able to overcome filibusters without the help of their middle-of-the-road colleagues.
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