Oversight
Republicans Planning 'Big Fights' on Agency Funding to Rein in Bureaucrats
White House says it hopes to hold GOP to its word that shutdown will be avoided.
Pay & Benefits
A Potential Breakthrough for Paid Parental Leave for Feds
Bipartisan pair of House members high-five each other to make their support for work-life balance measures official.
Management
Lawmakers in Both Parties Promise to Be Nicer to Feds
But kinder rhetoric is only one step on a long road to boosting employee morale.
Oversight
House Republicans Fail in Effort to Fire All Tax Delinquent Feds
Democrats say bill disparaged the federal workforce and wasn't necessary.
News
Postal Worker Lands Helicopter on U.S. Capitol Grounds to Make Special Mail Delivery
Florida letter carrier was protesting corruption in federal government.
Oversight
Another Agency Head Asks Congress for More Firing Authority
Lawmakers eviscerate DEA over its lack of "sex party" accountability.
Management
What a Marco Rubio Presidency Would Mean for the Federal Workforce
The Florida Republican would likely not lead an administration favorable toward federal employees.
Management
What a Hillary Clinton Presidency Would Mean for the Federal Workforce
The former secretary of State has a history with feds that predates her leadership of the diplomatic service.
Defense
One Year After Standoff With Armed Militia, BLM Employees Still Feel Vulnerable
Agency contends employee safety is its "No. 1 priority."
Management
Social Security Doles Out More Than $500K to Sexual Predators
Beneficiaries were being held at centers to protect the public from dangerous individuals.
Pay & Benefits
Compensation for Cyber-Breach Victims, Parking Perks for 'Special' Feds and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Oversight
What a Rand Paul Presidency Would Mean for Federal Employees
Senator launches presidential campaign with promise to limit the bureaucracy.
Tech
How Reality-Altering Glasses Could Save the Postal Service Millions
IG says the emerging technology could help the agency improve business operations.
News
DHS Chief Promises Improvements After Show Blasts ‘Dysfunctional’ Department
60 Minutes says Homeland Security is an overgrown “management nightmare.”
Pay & Benefits
Workforce Cuts in House and Senate Budgets, in One Chart
House and Senate negotiators are finalizing a spending blueprint.
Management
Despite Upticks, VA Defends Improvements in Wait Times for Care
Officials dispute media reports claiming improvements are overstated.
Defense
DHS Vows to Shield Mid-Level Employees From Congress
Protections set up showdown with lawmakers attempting to investigate Secret Service scandals.
Management
Indiana Governor Uses Federal Statute to Defend Controversial Law
Federal agencies already deal with religious freedom issues.
News
Bureau of Prisons Wanted Whistleblower to Work from a Converted Jail Cell
BOP referred another employee for a mental health exam after she blew whistle on problems in a substance abuse program.
Pay & Benefits