Management

As Furlough Notices Hit Inboxes, Trump Says Feds Support a Shutdown

According to the president, federal workers want a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Pay & Benefits

Senate Passes Bill to Guarantee Furloughed Feds Back Pay

About 345k federal workers face furloughs and will not be guaranteed pay until the House acts.

Pay & Benefits

Still No Deal Imminent as Shutdown Appears Likely

Barring big breakthrough, "We're headed to a shutdown," Senate appropriations chair says.

Management

Lawmakers Scramble Unsuccessfully to Include Federal Pay Raise in Senate Spending Package

The two-month continuing resolution the Senate passed late Wednesday did not include a pay hike.

Pay & Benefits

Lawmakers Worry New VA Private Care Program Could Be a ‘Train Wreck’

Members task Veterans Affairs secretary with avoiding familiar trappings in implementing the new law.

Management

Civilians Are Cheaper Than Contractors for Most Defense Jobs, Internal Report Finds

Contractors are particularly more expensive in the capital and Southeastern regions, according to a report obtained exclusively by Government Executive.

Management

'I Am Proud to Shut Down the Government,' Trump Says During Fight with Democrats

The president and Democratic leaders make no progress over funding plans during on-air negotiations.

Pay & Benefits

Trump Administration Removes Guidance Supporting Transgender Feds

Top diversity official calls the move a "shock to many" that was "hard for me as well."