Management
Government Executive Honors Outstanding Public Servants and Celebrates 50 Years
Inaugural inductees into the Government Hall of Fame and recipients of the Theodore Roosevelt Government Leadership Awards were recognized at a gala on Thursday night.
Oversight
Whistleblower Exposed $1.34 Million in Army Losses
The Office of Special Counsel said improper contracting practices were a factor.
Oversight
Inspector General Vacancies Continue to Jeopardize Oversight and Investigations
Thirteen of 74 positions lack a permanent IG and some of the openings date back to Obama era, according to a watchdog.
Oversight
Justice Department Charges Edward Snowden With Violating Non-Disclosure Agreements
Prosecutors are seeking to prevent the former NSA contractor from profiting from his unauthorized release of classified information.
Oversight
Former Immigration Judge Punished for Hatch Act Violations
Merit Systems Protection Board imposes a $1,000 fine and 30-month debarment from federal service.
Oversight
House Is Investigating Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao’s Possible Conflicts of Interest
The Oversight and Reform Committee is requesting documents related to her family’s company, financial investments and travel.
Management
Justice Department Awards Kavanaugh Team One of Its Highest Honors
Previously, the award has been given to terrorism, human trafficking and other criminal prosecution teams.
Management
HHS’s Suspension of Acquisition Services Leaves Outside Agencies and Contractors in Limbo
It’s been three months since the department announced it was closing down its shared services operations, and many questions remain unanswered.
Oversight
State Has Been Consistently Late Submitting Foreign Assistance Budget Documents, Watchdog Finds
In 2018, delays were partially due to staff shortages following the hiring freeze.
Oversight
Lawmakers Call On Commerce Chief to Resign Over Alleged Threats to Fire Top NOAA Officials
Ross is said to have threatened to fire officials if they would not fix a statement contradicting the president’s claims Hurricane Dorian was likely to hit Alabama.
Management
Leadership, Flexible Work Arrangements Key to Success of Employee Health and Wellness Programs
Agencies earning top marks on recent assessment share their secrets.
Oversight
House Democrats Probe Federal Officials’ Stays at Trump Properties
Lawmakers look into possible Emoluments Clause violations and potential waste of taxpayer funds.
Workforce
Agencies Offer Accommodations for Feds Affected by Hurricane Dorian
The Office of Personnel Management reminds agencies of options for federal employees in Dorian’s path.
Management
Distrust, Staffing and Funding Shortages Imperil Election Security
The federal government has made improvements since 2016, but ultimately, it may not be enough.
Management
FEMA Officials Confident About Dorian Response Despite Shortage of 2,000 Reserve Workers
The agency has deployed roughly 1,500 employees to prepare for the hurricane’s possible landfall.
Workforce
The Aging Federal Workforce Needs ‘New Blood,’ Experts Say
There are twice as many workers over age 60 as there are under 30.
Management
Hundreds of Thousands of Delinquent Taxpayers Could Have Their Passports Revoked
The IRS is cracking down on tax scofflaws, but some experts worry the agency is bypassing due process.
Defense
Pentagon Struggles to Address Service Member Suicides
Despite expanded initiatives, veteran and military suicides continue to rise.
Management
Commissioner’s Resignation Renders FEC Toothless as 2020 Elections Heat Up
Without a quorum, the oversight body can’t carry out its key duties.
Oversight