Defense
Zika Emergency Funding Can’t Wait, White House Tells Congress
Sitting on the administration's $1.9 billion emergency request is “playing with fire,” budget director says.
Management
Politicians’ Angry Rhetoric Harms Feds, Panelists Say
True accountability involves transparency and data analytics that move agencies from merely tracking spending to preventing misuse of funds in advance.
Management
Trump Wants Feds to Sign Nondisclosure Agreements
The GOP front runner wants to put an end to kiss and tell memoirs by former government employees.
Oversight
Feds Outpace Rest of Country in Donating to Presidential Campaign Fund
Fewer and fewer taxpayers are checking the box to spend $3 on elections.
Oversight
Whistleblower Protection Agency Looks to Clean Up Its Own Backyard
Office of Special Counsel to rate managers on whether they foster an environment that encourages disclosures and prevents retaliation.
Management
IRS Crowdsources Future of the Taxpayer Experience
Designers, developers will reimagine future John Q. Public’s interaction with agency.
Management
As Clock Ticks, Appointees Try to Keep Career Feds Focused on Obama's Goals
With under 10 months to go in the Obama administration, agency leaders insist it's full speed ahead.
Defense
Poor Management of Security Badges Leaves Federal Buildings Vulnerable to Shooters, Terrorist Attacks
GSA is not tracking entry badges properly, IG finds.
Management
OMB Creates Inter-Agency Customer Service Council
The council will help achieve cross-agency goals, where progress has been made on open data and energy efficiency.
Oversight
Fed by Day, Political Candidate by Night?
Special Counsel files Hatch Act complaints against NOAA and Postal Service moonlighters.
Defense
Pentagon Exec Used Subordinates as His Personal Chauffeur, IG Finds
Rides to airport and building escort duty violated rules and demeaned underlings, IG said.
Management
SEC Isn't Waiting on a Congressional Mandate to Start Standardizing Financial Data
Financial agencies hail switch to searchable digitized files to boost regulatory agility.
Management
Navy Captain Who Took Fat Leonard’s Bribes Gets 46 Months in Prison
Dusek is highest-ranking official punished in case involving Asia ship schedules.
Management
Why FOIA Obligations Don't Apply to Congress
Bar Association attorney says it's not because lawmakers are protecting themselves.
Management
Young People Aren't Signing Up to Work for the IRS
Commissioner says agency needs more young workers in the pipeline to avoid leadership gaps.
Management
GSA Touts Role in Helping Develop D.C.’s Southeast Quadrant
Administrator joins mayor and delegate to open mixed-use apartment project in Navy Yard area.
Management
Ensuring America’s Iconic National Parks Survive the Next 100 Years
In its centennial year, the Parks Service celebrates its legacy, while grappling with issues ranging from maintenance backlogs to trademark battles.
Oversight
Clash Over Defense Secretary’s Personal Email Continues
House lawmaker's subpoena threat comes after three months of waiting for Carter's response.
Oversight
Justice Department Returns Another Volley in Battle Over IG Access to Documents
Assistant attorney general say agency watchdog gets all the information they need.
Management