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Trump’s Opioid Crisis Looks Similar, Yet Altogether Different From State and Local Experience
The president’s speech in New Hampshire had a mix of bipartisan solutions, along with highly political ideas and rhetoric that could destroy broad support for his initiative.
Management
Why CEOs Like Rex Tillerson Fail in Washington
Although the former secretary of state’s contentious relationship with the president didn’t help matters, Tillerson’s management style left a department in disarray.
Management
Lawmakers Expect Massive Spending Bill Tuesday, Face Tight Turnaround to Avoid Shutdown
Despite budget deal, omnibus unveiling has been repeatedly delayed by outstanding issues.
Tech
Facebook Just Blocked This Cambridge Analytica Affiliate. Why Does It Still Have a State Department Contract?
Strategic Communications Laboratories worked with Cambridge Analytica, which reportedly used social media data to target likely Trump voters.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Andrew McCabe Had a Terrible Birthday Weekend
Getting fired is no one's idea of a good birthday.
Management
Government Needs to Rethink Employee Compensation Plans
Now is not the time to experiment with pay—it affects careers and could be highly disruptive.
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Major Evacuations Ordered as ‘Strongest Storm of the Season’ Approaches California
Heavy rain is expected to fall on areas burned by recent wildfires, increasing the risk for deadly mudslides and destructive debris flows.
Pay & Benefits
Agriculture Clamps Down On Telework, Stirring Union Resistance
Critics question the policy’s legality.
Management
Analysis: Trump is Creating a Toxic Work Environment at the U.S.’s Largest Employer
Chaotic news got you down? Try talking to a government employee.
Nextgov
HHS Wants to Use AI to Buy in Bulk
The agency wants to use artificial intelligence to find hidden efficiencies in contract data.
Nextgov
Office of American Innovation Leader Takes New Job
Chris Liddell is the latest in staff changes at the tech-focused office.
News
Poll: The 'Deep State' Scares the Heck Out of Most Americans
Only 13% were actually familiar with the term, though.
Nextgov
The IRS System Processing Your Taxes is Almost 60 Years Old
The IRS’ Individual Master File may be the oldest IT system in government and its failure could disrupt tax processing nationwide.
Pay & Benefits
Denying FBI’s McCabe His Pension Would Be Unusual, Attorneys Say
Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ decision to fire 22-year FBI veteran Andrew McCabe may be plowing new ground in federal employment law.
Oversight
American Support For Authoritarian Rule Has Dropped For The First Time In 23 Years
Call it the Trump effect.
Management
Your Best Opportunity to Get Better at Your Job Is One of The Easiest to Miss
Let hedge fund giant and feedback evangelist Ray Dalio explain.
Defense
H.R. McMaster and Donald Trump: A Partnership That Was Never Meant To Be
The qualities that worked for McMaster so well in the military proved less than ideal in a Trump White House.
Management
Riding the Acquisition Innovation Avalanche
A slew of new management and legislative initiatives is allowing agencies to buy technology faster and more in line with commercial practices.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Rex Tillerson Knew How This Was Going to End
The former Cabinet member was reportedly fired on the toilet.
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