Oversight
The Supreme Court Will Review the Consumer Protection Agency’s Funding Structure
An appeals court ruled in October that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s funding structure was unconstitutional.
Management
A Key Agency in the Ohio Train Derailment Response Hasn’t Had a Confirmed Leader Since Biden Took Office
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is under capable interim leadership, but the lack of a nominee sends a signal about the administration’s priorities, former officials and other observers say.
Management
The Bureau of Prisons Needs to Do More to Address Inmate-on-Staff Sexual Harassment, a Watchdog Says
The report “affirms the years of widespread reports from across the country of this pervasive and demoralizing conduct in our nation's prisons,” a union president said.
Workforce
The Generational Shift Needs to Happen in the Federal Workforce
Anthony Fauci and Max Stier join the podcast to discuss hiring more young people into public service.
Oversight
A Top House Republican Accuses the Labor Department of Avoiding Oversight
The department “consistently makes a good faith effort to be responsive to their questions,” said a Labor Department spokesperson.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Labor Secretary Leaving His Post; Vaccine Access Updates
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
President Biden Doubles Down on Advancing Equity Throughout the Federal Government
A new executive order builds on earlier efforts by the Biden administration.
Management
Everyone Wants the New FBI Headquarters, But Who Gets It Remains Undecided
On Wednesday, a Virginia delegation explained why their state should be chosen for the new location, and got opposition from lawmakers advocating for Maryland to win the long-running fight.
Management
The Lone Republican FTC Commissioner is Leaving, Claiming the Chairwoman Has Abused Her Power
The three Democratic commissioners said in a joint statement they “often disagreed” with their departing colleague, but wished her well.
Management
More Changes to Come on the ‘Made in America’ Front
President Biden announced new proposed standards during his recent State of the Union address.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Watchdog Slams Trump-Era ‘Project Airbridge’ For Medical Supplies
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Federal Officials’ Plans for the Super Bowl Have Reached the End Zone
More than 600 Homeland Security personnel are providing support for this year's game.
Management
Here’s What the End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Could Mean for Federal Agencies
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked Congress for more authority related to health data and the workforce.
Management
The HHS to Industry: Let’s Connect on Medical Supply Chain Issues
The pandemic showed “the need for critical public health industrial investments at a scale never seen before in the United States,” an HHS official says.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: The Emergencies Declared Due to COVID-19 Will be Ending
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
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
Watchdogs to Congress: Keep the COVID-Era Data Center
The first hearing of the House Oversight and Accountability for the 118th Congress focused on pandemic money and fraud.
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.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Changes at the CDC; the Republicans on the COVID Panel
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
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