Oversight
Directory of ‘plum’ federal jobs debuts
The popular guide to more than 8,000 federal civil service positions will be available on Nov. 12.
Defense
Potential Defense secretary has focused on management issues
Former Navy Secretary Richard Danzig praised for his candid, activist style during previous stint at the Pentagon.
Oversight
Still angry Reid defends Lieberman
Senate majority leader reminds Democrats of embattled chairman's support of the party.
Oversight
Appropriations seat shuffles under way in both chambers
Republican leaders will have up to eight seats to fill on House panel, while Senate committee gears up for new chairman.
Oversight
Treasury official urges patience on rescue fund
The Bush administration has been reluctant to send rescue funds to companies not in the financial services field.
Oversight
Contractors call for less partisan rhetoric, more substance
Industry is optimistic that the Obama administration and new Congress will establish a more harmonious tone.
Oversight
Transition team wastes no time
Obama is moving quickly to show he has learned from Clinton’s mistake of fumbling the baton.
Defense
Blackwater could face sanctions for improper arms shipments
One official said 900 weapons were shipped improperly, though another said the figure is lower.
Defense
Lieberman plans to take his case to Senate Democratic Steering Committee
Senator's fight to keep chairmanship could disrupt vetting and confirmation process for major appointments in Obama administration.
Oversight
Political veterans map out recommendations, pitfalls for president-elect
Brookings Institution report suggests Obama should start with manageable and bipartisan legislative proposals.
Oversight
Some aspects of Bush management agenda could endure
The financial management, e-government and human capital initiatives are likely to live on; program assessments are headed for an overhaul, and competitive sourcing is in peril.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: GAO issues list of IT challenges for Obama administration
New Web site highlights problems haunting the 2010 census and troubled IT management at VA .
Oversight
Agencies gear up for new administration
Career employees across government prep office space, compile briefing books for political appointees.
Oversight
Court decision voids major small business contracting law
Appeals judges deem law setting goals for contracts with small disadvantaged businesses unconstitutional.
Oversight
Scramble likely for seats on House Armed Services Committee
As many as seven slots have opened up on the high-profile panel.
Oversight
Lieberman meets Reid, does not relinquish chairmanship
Democratic Caucus will discuss the Connecticut senator’s fate during the lame duck session.
Defense
Immigration services bureau awards major IT task order
Homeland Security agency aims to improve e-filing process for those seeking U.S. citizenship.
Oversight
Emanuel accepts White House chief of staff job
Illinois representative is chairman of the House Democratic Caucus.
Oversight