Oversight
Immediate Sidelining of Trump Burrower by Biden Administration Was Appropriate, IG Finds
The official's hiring by the National Security Agency had generated significant concern, but a watchdog says the decision was above board.
Defense
30 State Department Nominees, Including NATO Ambassador, Advance To Full Senate
Just two Biden ambassadors have been confirmed so far.
Workforce
Federal Employee Appeals Board Now One Step Closer to Ending Years-Long Dysfunction
Biden's nominees to the Merit Systems Protection Board are now heading to the full Senate for a vote.
Workforce
Federal Employee Appeals Board Nominees Preview How They Will Reduce Case Backlog, Handle Vaccine Mandate Challenges
Confirmation of Biden’s picks for MSPB would end unprecedented era of quorum-less board.
Oversight
Public Health Experts ‘Flabbergasted’ That Biden Still Hasn’t Picked an FDA Chief
The Food and Drug Administration has been mired in controversies related to drug approvals and covid vaccines, all without a permanent leader.
Management
Biden Finally Nominates a Full Slate to Long-Vacant Federal Employee Appeals Board
The Senate can likely now proceed in restoring a quorum at MSPB for the first time in more than four years.
Management
Republicans Demand Answers on Ouster of Social Security Commissioner
GOP lawmakers call the firing of Andrew Saul “unlawful” and ask the comptroller general to outline how acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi’s powers may be constrained by the Vacancies Act.
Management
The High Cost of Leaving Key Federal Management Jobs Unfilled
Until President Biden gets key officials in place, it’s going to be difficult for him to make progress on his agenda.
Management
Biden’s Census Nominee Pledges to Help Agency, Employees Recover From Tumultuous 2020
Director-designate says bureau suffered due to Trump's interference and pandemic's disruption.
Management
Biden Ousts Trump Holdovers from Social Security Administration
Removal of the agency’s leadership follows a Supreme Court decision finding that laws barring a president from firing political appointees without cause are unconstitutional.
Workforce
A Functioning Federal Employee Appeals Board May Finally Be in Sight After Biden Names Second Nominee
MSPB hasn't had a quorum in more than four years, but Republicans may push for further delay until a member of their party is nominated.
Oversight
Senator Seeks Probe Into Potential Civil Service Violations Under Biden
Top Banking Committee Republican is demanding answers from the administration and asking the IG for a full investigation.
Management
Ethics Experts Say Administration’s Hiring of Top Biden Advisor’s Kids Raises Questions
A White House official said the Ricchettis have relevant qualifications for their jobs and their levels of experience are similar to those of their predecessors.
Management
Biden Employs Aggressive Strategy to Sideline Top Career Officials at Consumer Protection Bureau
Current and former employees say the administration is flouting civil service protections—and its own promises.
Management
Biden Administration Leaves Final Location of Interior Bureau an Open Question
The Trump administration moved the Bureau of Land Management headquarters to Colorado, a controversial decision that led to an exodus from the agency.
Management
EPA Admits to Altering Science Under Trump, Pledges New Course
Senior management demanded modifications to scientific conclusions that "did not make sense," career employees said.
Management
The Model for Fixing the DOJ
Joe Biden has inherited a department plagued by scandal, just as Gerald Ford did in 1974.
Management
Biden Promised the Most Diverse Administration Ever. Here’s How He’s Doing.
Seven figures that show the representation — and the gaps — in President Joe Biden's Cabinet and federal appointments.
Management
Senate Committee Advances Biden's Nominees for USPS Board
Just one Republican joins all Democrats in approving the three governors-designate.
Management
Senate Confirms OMB Deputy Director for Management
The Senate voted 81-13 in favor of Jason Miller.
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