Management

How Federal Investment in Highways, Science and Schools Has Changed in 50 Years

Discretionary spending in those areas has declined since the 1960s as a portion of GDP, budget analysts find.

Oversight

Senate Approves Koskinen to Lead Troubled IRS

Some Republicans wanted vote delayed until after probe of targeting.

Management

OMB Simplifies Governmentwide Grant Guidance

Eight rules are being merged into one, regulating $600 billion in annual awards.

News

The War Between the States Over FBI Headquarters

Virginia and Maryland congressional delegations battle over the best spot for the bureau’s new campus.

Management

Vendors Doing Business with IRS Owe Nearly $600M in Back Taxes

Auditors find more than 1,100 delinquent businesses escaped agency’s controls.

Defense

Tightening Security After Navy Yard Tragedy Becomes a Balancing Act

Security specialists encourage extra protections, but lean against expanding daily checks on employees.

Oversight

Research on 'Zombie' Games and Romance Novels Makes Annual 'Wastebook'

Sen. Coburn’s latest list also calls NASA and State Department projects frivolous.

Management

Budget Deal's Lower Contractor Pay Cap Pleases Many

Industry group continues to sound warnings the ceiling might hinder recruiting.

Management

VA’s Use of Reverse-Auction Contracts Comes Under Attack

Lawmakers join GAO in questioning claims of savings and help for small businesses.

Management

Three Agencies Will Move Offices to One World Trade Center

Leases for Army Corps, GSA and Customs and Border Protection will help rebuild lower Manhattan.

Oversight

Nominee to Lead IRS Criticizes Recent Agency Budget Cuts

Koskinen promises senators cooperation in probe of tax-exempt division.