Oversight
FBI agent facing prostitution solicitation charges claims innocence
Agent was working undercover in Philippines when he allegedly paid for sex.
Management
SSA again scales back field office hours
Agency points to reduced funding as cause for second reduction since 2011.
Management
AFGE defends taxpayer-funded union activities as ‘fair and effective’
Columnist calls official time a ‘shadow practice that must be stopped.’
Oversight
VA cited for excessive conference spending and ‘weak’ leadership
CHCO steps down after probe into two conferences costing more than $6.1 million.
Briefing
Campaign Season
CFC leaders combine old-fashioned outreach with new media to boost charitable donations.
Defense
Pentagon tightens oversight of flight reservations
Defense will require supervisor approval 72 hours prior to business air travel.
Management
HHS chief back on campaign trail after violation
Sebelius will speak in personal, not official, capacity.
Pay & Benefits
Feds pitch in to help colleagues affected by hurricane
FEEA sends $70,000 in grants to assist federal employees hit by Isaac.
Defense
Army chief hospitalized after Alexandria, Va., bike accident
Injuries not serious; McHugh is expected to return to work soon.
Management
White House to government contractors: Stop human trafficking
Republicans call executive order 'politicized.'
Management
Federal agencies recognized for ‘bright ideas’
Harvard University selects initiatives as best in government.
Management
TSA officers begin voting on first labor contract Oct. 1
Agreement offers new evaluation system, more emphasis on seniority.
Oversight
Investigator confirms misconduct by Secret Service personnel in Colombia
IG letter cites two additional U.S. officials who may have been involved.
Management
OPM announces deadline for revamped postgrad program
Agency aims to recruit top talent and eliminate hiring biases.
Management
USPS to Floridians: Stop crashing into our buildings
Driving tips come after string of accidents in Central Florida.
Management
Two Justice officials forced out by Fast and Furious report
Others face potential personnel actions, pending review.
Oversight
Report clears attorney general, cites 14 others in Fast and Furious operation
IG says ‘systemic’ problems led to gun-tracking program’s failure.
Management