Tech

IRS Under Fire Again, for Handling of IT Contract Fraud Case

Agency deputy tells oversight panel her team is likely to cancel part of the larger software deal.

Tech

The US Got Edward Snowden’s Middle Name Wrong on Extradition Documents

Although Snowden is a household name, U.S. authorities didn't get it exactly right.

Tech

What to Expect from the President's Big Climate Change Speech

The President is expected to use his executive powers to adopt a wide array of climate change measures, but no one is 100% sure what those measures are just yet.

Tech

Looser Rules on Airline Passenger Electronics May Take Flight

Leaked advisory board draft report favors easing 'Please stow away your devices' drill.

Tech

Snowden's Resumé Raised Questions, but Booz Allen Hired Him Anyway

He'd previously gotten security clearance after a USIS investigation — they're a private firm hired by the U.S. to do background checks.

Tech

Analysis: Are 50 Foiled Terrorist Plots Worth Your Privacy?

NSA director's testimony doesn't answer critics' charges about the potential for abuse.

Tech

Three Former NSA Employees Praise Edward Snowden, Corroborate Key Claims

The men, all whistleblowers, say he succeeded where they failed.

Management

Thomas Jefferson: Home Brewer

Third U.S. president made malt liquor. And he was kind of a snob about it.

Tech

Meet Obama’s Lawyer at the NSA, the Next Guy About to Undergo Some Serious Surveillance

Rajesh De, general counsel for the National Security Agency may soon come under fire.

Tech

Bill Would Help Federal Firefighters Get Career Jobs

Western Democrats back measure to permanently hire seasonal firefighters.

Defense

Next Move China—Will Hong Kong (or Beijing) Refuse to Extradite the NSA Leaker?

Edward Snowden’s reasons for choosing Hong Kong may have included its determination to stand up for freedom of expression.

Tech

Why Patent Trolls Will Laugh in the Face of the Government’s Attempts to Fight Them

Patent trolling is essentially a tax on innovation, and tech giants hate it.

Tech

Analysis: Replacing Traditional Government With a 'Virtual State'

From Facebook to security guards, private alternatives to government are on the rise.

Defense

Air Force Begins Reinstating Suspended Personnel at Nuclear Launch Site

Nineteen employees required additional training; four have completed it.

Tech

The Feds Are Fighting Forest Fires Wrong

The government pours billions into fighting fires but skimps on cheap, proven methods for stopping megafires before they start.