Defense
Commission finds U.S. vulnerable to electromagnetic pulse attack
High-altitude detonation of a nuclear warhead would wreck havoc on communications and other infrastructure.
Defense
Obama emphasizes VA role in caring for vets
Democratic presidential candidate favors job training for veterans, more outreach to their families.
Oversight
Energy seeks power in diversity
Department wants to increase the number and type of power sources available to Americans.
Oversight
Space agency presses full-speed ahead on exploration plans
Budget and technological hurdles arent stopping NASA from shooting for the moon -- and Mars.
Defense
DHS answers to many, pleases few
Homeland Security’s broad responsibilities spread contract dollars and controversy.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Defense radio project not practical or affordable, GAO says
Immature technologies, unstable requirements and aggressive schedules conspire to run up costs for joint tactical radios.
Defense
Feds stationed overseas should act soon to participate in 2008 election
Military members and civilians can register with the Federal Voting Assistance Program.
Oversight
Defense continues to lead the pack in federal travel spending
Agencies spent more on travel in 2007 after sticking closer to home in the previous year.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Project will preserve Bush administration Web sites
Public and historians will be able to view government Web sites as they were before the transition to the next presidential administration.
Defense
Energy told to tighten cybersecurity policies
IG audit identifies significant issues that could leave classified information vulnerable.
Defense
Army begins overhaul of civilian career management
Service aims to develop career paths and improve education and training opportunities.
Defense
Defense audit agency maps out response to damaging report
DCAA chief reminds employees in internal memos that they should not allow external factors or performance metrics to hurt the quality of their work.
Oversight
Government's green purchasing program faces oversight challenges
Now that a federal program to buy green goods is a reality, Uncle Sam is discovering the difficulty of measuring its results.
Defense
Transfer of technical jobs will test Army’s workforce planning
Defense strategy for moving work down the East Coast is solid, but implementation will be tricky, GAO says.
Oversight
Air Force pushes the envelope on renewable energy
The Air Force buys more electricity from renewable sources than any other federal agency, and it’s in the market for much more.
Defense
Advocacy office says small firms deserve break on E-Verify
Rule requiring contractors to vet workers through Homeland Security employee identification system could place a heavy financial burden on smaller companies.
Defense
Initial assessment of Defense nuclear review nearing completion
Independent task force is expected to recommend changes, possible disciplinary measures in Air Force management.
Oversight
OPM reevaluates human capital marks for management score card
Downgrades reflect initiatives are still in the works rather than failing, officials say.
Oversight