Management
Biden Uses the State of the Union to Demand More Federal Resources and Less Legislative Brinkmanship
The president also calls for a dramatic uptick in federal watchdog spending.
Workforce
Biden’s New Policy to Protect Federal Scientists May Lack Teeth to Prevent Retaliation
The federal science community is concerned that the Biden administration is "blowing it" in its efforts to shield employees from undue influence and political retribution.
Oversight
Biden’s Plan for Ending the Emergency Declaration for COVID-19 Signals a Pivotal Point in the Pandemic—4 Questions Answered
President Joe Biden’s intention to end the national COVID-19 emergency will have long-lasting ripple effects on federal programs such as Medicare, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
Oversight
Congressional Black Caucus Meets with Biden to Push for Police Accountability
Last year, at least 1,192 people were killed by law enforcement officers in the U.S., and 26% were Black people despite making up more than 13% of U.S. population
Pay & Benefits
Biden Instructs Agencies to Expand Some Forms of Paid, Unpaid Leave for Feds
A memo to agency heads urges them to support federal workers who need to take paid or unpaid leave for a family matter or to escape from domestic violence and other dangerous situations.
Management
Lawmakers Want the Head of the National Drug Policy Office Back in the Cabinet
A group of bipartisan, bicameral lawmakers is making this push ahead of President Biden’s State of the Union speech next week.
Oversight
Biden and McCarthy Hold ‘Productive’ and ‘Frank’ Debt Limit Talks as Fiscal Cliffs Loom
“I thought this was a very productive conversation,” the Speaker of the House said.
Oversight
The Federal Government Classifies Too Many Documents
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to talk about document management and Avril Haines's comments.
Workforce
IOUs, Furloughs and More: Feds' Concerns About a Debt Default
Eric Katz joins the podcast to discuss the potential effects of a debt ceiling breach on agencies.
Management
White House Makes Debt Ceiling, Budget Demands Ahead of McCarthy Meeting
Republicans should detail where they want to see cuts, Biden officials say.
Oversight
The New House Accountability Committee Chairman: ‘We’re Two Years Behind in Oversight’
Meanwhile, Democrats say Comer and his fellow Republicans are hypocritical and partisan.
Management
The National Intelligence Director: Over-Classification Undermines Democracy
The ongoing investigations into handling of sensitive documents by former presidents and vice presidents have brought potential problems with the classification system back into the spotlight.
Defense
Left in Limbo, a Handful of Biden’s Defense Picks Await Senate Action
Four nominees—all people of color—received committee approval months ago but have yet to get a Senate vote.
Management
The Second Year of the Biden White House Brought an Uptick in ‘A Team’ Turnover
Some other high-profile departures are on the horizon, reportedly.
Workforce
Former Presidential Innovation Fellow Stresses the Program’s Importance for Tech Recruitment
Current VA CTO Charles Worthington noted that PIF and other programs offer an important avenue for technologists to serve the public, while the government is looking to attract top talent.
Management
The White House Will Require Agency Labor Advisors to Oversee Federal Contractors
Following through on a recommendation from a White House task force on empowering workers, administration officials said the 24 largest agencies must designate labor advisors, and strongly encouraged smaller agencies to do the same.
Oversight
White House Defends Delay in Revealing Classified Documents at Biden Private Office and Home
Federal prosecutor Robert Hur will lead investigation to determine if president had mishandled classified material
Oversight
Special Counsels, like Those Examining Biden’s and Trump’s Handling of Classified Documents, Are Intended to Be Independent – but They Aren’t Entirely
Special counsels can help administrations avoid the perception of bias, but politics is never fully out of the picture.
Workforce
It's OK to Feel Optimistic About Governing and Democracy
Lisa Parshall joins the podcast to discuss the ways the Biden Administration
Oversight