Management
Trump Claims 'National Emergency,' But Border Patrol Taking Little Action Over 'Caravan'
Despite Trump's bluster, Border Patrol agents say they are "flat out not prepared" for migrants' arrival.
Management
Survey Shows Major Uptick in Key VA Morale Metrics
Recognition for good performance and respect for senior leaders see large increases.
Oversight
IG Faults Zinke for Violating Travel Rules as Interior Denies It's Ousting Watchdog
Zinke's deputy says the rules do not apply to the secretary.
Management
USPS Realized Just 5 Percent of Projected Savings From Slowing Mail Delivery
The service changes were made to enable processing plant closures.
Management
Trump Demands 5 Percent Spending Cuts From Every Cabinet Agency
Reductions will "get rid of the fat," president says.
Management
White House Announces That the U.S. Intends to Withdraw From International Postal Agency
The decision will prevent international shippers from receiving an unfair advantage, officials say.
Management
These Are the 15 Trump Reorganization Proposals Agencies Can Advance Without Congress
A majority of the proposed reforms will require legislation, and lawmakers appear poised to block others.
Management
Former Trump Cabinet Member: Chaos a 'Pretty Accurate' Way to Describe Administration
Official says that by comparison, Obama White House was a "well-run" machine.
Management
DHS Says It’s Finally Hiring More Border Agents Than It’s Losing
The Trump administration has struggled to fulfill the president’s hiring mandate.
Pay & Benefits
Trump Administration to Create New Pay Systems for Some Federal Jobs
OPM will also expedite hiring for some occupations.
Management
How Attempts at Fixing the Civil Service System Have Made It Worse Off
Top federal HR officials describe a system bogged down by special authorities.
Pay & Benefits
New OPM Chief Takes First Action in Implementing Part of Largely Overturned Workforce EOs
Memo comes just days after White House ousted OPM director in favor of one of its own top officials.
Management
Behind the Trump Administration's 'Brutal' Decision to Remove Its Federal Personnel Chief
The former OPM director is said to have clashed with the administration over its agenda, leading to his ouster.
Management
Newly Enacted Reforms Will Change the Way the Federal Government Responds to Disasters
Emergency responders are "particularly excited" for changes they have been requesting for years.
Management
White House Replaces Federal Personnel Director in Surprise Shakeup
Margaret Weichert, the deputy director for management at the Office of Management and Budget, will serve as acting OPM director.
Management
Trump Administration Promises to Staff Up Police on Public Lands After Announcing Major Cuts
Decommissioning law enforcement personnel won't lead to job losses, agency says.
Management
OPM Calls on Agencies to Implement Coaching Programs for Employees
Coaches provide confidential format to assist in career development, OPM says.
Pay & Benefits
USPS Set to Run Out of Postal Retiree Health Care Funding in 12 Years
Options could include cutting benefits or increasing retirees’ share of premiums, GAO says.
Management
Surprise Inspection of ICE Facility Reveals Nooses in Cells, Improper Discipline
Facility has history of suicide attempts and poor medical care, IG says.
Management