Management
Ten Days, Two Months, One Year: How Soon Can You Fire Someone You Know Was a Bad Hire?
"Sometimes you just hire the wrong person and realize very quickly that it’s not going to work out."
Tech
When The Federal Budget Funds Scientific Research, It’s The Economy That Benefits
Research dollars don't stay locked up in academia and government labs. R&D collaborations with the private sector are common – and grow the innovation economy.
Management
Tillerson Acknowledges 'Differences' With Trump on Iran Deal
But the secretary of state said he was “comfortable” sharing his views with the president.
Management
The Senate Overwhelmingly Confirms Christopher Wray as FBI Director
The new chief starts his job with a bipartisan mandate to preserve the bureau’s independence from the White House.
News
Daring to Defend the Federal Bureaucracy
A law professor, former college president and experienced federal manager bucks the prevailing mood in Washington.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Awkward Moments For Scaramucci and Kushner
There's never a dull moment for current and former White House staffers.
Management
Trump’s Nominee To Lead Federal Personnel Office Withdraws from Consideration
George Nesterczuk saw opposition from unions and little progress in the Senate for his selection as OPM director.
Route Fifty
EPA Program to Clean Up Toxic Sites Gets Attention on Capitol Hill
President Trump has proposed slashing the Superfund program. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt says he wants to make it a priority. Congress is taking a look at it, too.
Nextgov
GAO: Keeping NSA and CYBERCOM Together Makes Hacking Tool Leaks More Likely
The release of high-value NSA hacking tools in recent month sparked widespread concern about how securely those tools are stored.
Pay & Benefits
There's No Proven Need for Trump's Mandated Hiring Spree at Homeland Security, IG Says
Two agencies would need 1.2 million applicants to fulfill Trump's request, given current hiring and attrition rates.
Management
Two Officials, Two Agencies, Two Exits with Harsh Words for Trump Team
State Department and EPA leaders blasted the administration on its management style, policies.
Management
OPM Offers a New Career Guide for Executives
The framework lays out a professional development plan for Senior Executive Service members.
Management
Trump Wanted a Cheaper Air Force One. So the USAF Is Buying a Bankrupt Russian Firm’s Undelivered 747s
The service is reportedly getting a good deal on the jets, which list for around $390 million and are now sitting in the Mojave Desert.
Defense
New U.S. Rules Would Ban Most Travel to North Korea
The decision was prompted by Otto Warmbier’s death in June.
Pay & Benefits
All TSP Funds in the Black in July
Each portfolio in the 401(k)-style retirement program for federal employees saw modest growth last month.
Nextgov
Bye-Bye, Networx: GSA Awards $50B Next-gen Telecom Contract
The General Services Administration selected 10 vendors for the Enterprise Infrastructure Services contract.
Route Fifty
Portland, Maine’s ‘Weak Mayor’ City Hall Power Struggle
STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP | Illinois governor vetoes major education bill; Miami’s new “puppy mill” ordinance; and an Alaska town’s entire police force quits.
Nextgov
Pentagon Now Offering Top Officials Classified Tablets
The Defense Department's pilot program allows access to materials up to secret level.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Insider Appointed as the Retirement Plan's New Executive Director
Ravindra Deo has served as acting head of federal employees’ 401(k)-style retirement program since April.
Nextgov