Defense
Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Failed to Ensure Proper Parts for F-35
Watchdog questions adherence to contracts and performance incentives for Defense’s largest buy.
Management
Homeland Security Watchdog Retires After Flap Over ‘Feel Good’ FEMA Reviews
11-year veteran Kelly told staff on Monday he accelerated his move after criticism.
Oversight
Inspectors General Council to Track Watchdog Vacancies
Website improvements announced just as Trump assigns SSA IG to Interior.
Management
Intel Community Watchdog Now Runs Revamped Whistleblower Center
Remake to ensure protected disclosures comes after shakeup at ombudsman’s program.
Management
Homeland Security Watchdog Wades Into Debate Over Border Crisis
Management alert highlights dangerous overcrowding at El Paso processing center for undocumented detainees.
Management
Homeland Security Watchdog Issues Unusual Retraction of 13 FEMA Reports
Results of self-criticism to be fewer “feel-good” after-action evaluations.
Management
Global Media Agency Rebuts Reporter’s Charge of Authoritarian Propaganda
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty accused of broadcasts favoring Tajikistan regime.
Defense
Military Services Fall Short in Responding to Domestic Violence on Bases
Watchdog finds inconsistencies in reporting and documentation.
Oversight
State Department Watchdog to Report Soon on Reorganization, Alleged Political Harassment
Linick’s work plan promises results this year on investigation of former Secretary Rex Tillerson’s aborted restructuring.
Oversight
State Dept. Employees Could Award Themselves Promotions, Watchdog Warns
Auditor notes need to enforce multiple approvals of personnel moves.
Management
EPA Clashes With IG Over Destroyed Documents
Auditors say officials at the agency are impeding its work.
Pay & Benefits
IRS Doesn't Fire Its Tax-Delinquent Employees as the Law Requires
Agency managers follow through on the requirement in only 7% of cases.
Management
Interior Watchdog Opens Probe of Newly Confirmed Secretary
Lawmakers and legal advocacy group suspect Bernhardt has conflicts of interest.
Oversight
House Panel Clears Bill to Pressure President on Inspector General Vacancies
Bipartisan approach would require notice to Congress on failure to nominate watchdogs.
Oversight
Former Senior Justice Official Faulted for Sexual Assault, Harassment and Consensual Relations with Subordinate
Department opts not to pursue criminal prosecution of the now-retired official.
Oversight