Management
With the Travel Ban, Federal Courts Face a New Legal Issue
Should judges consider a president’s statements when attempting to understand the meaning of an executive order?
Management
Laptops and Tablets Have Been Banned from Being Used on 56 Routes to the U.S.
Passengers will be required to pack larger electronics into their checked luggage.
Tech
GOP Lawmaker to FBI: Stop the Leaks in Russia Probe or Lose A Key Surveillance Tool
After top cop confirms investigating the Trump campaign, a House member threatens to hold investigatory powers hostage.
Oversight
Play of the Day: After the Wall, Trump Will Build a Dragon Dome
If President Donald Trump saw the wiretap news on TV, what will he do when he watches Game of Thrones?
Management
Hard-won Lessons From a Government Reform Pioneer
U.S. agencies could learn a lot from their counterparts in New Zealand.
Route Fifty
Calif. Governor Asks Trump for More Federal Assistance With Storm Recovery
Assessments now peg damages from winter weather systems in the state at over $539 million.
News
What’s Wrong With the Pentagon’s Civilian Personnel System?
Quite a lot, a new report points out.
Route Fifty
ICE Releases List of Uncooperative ‘Sanctuary’ Localities in New Enforcement Report
Following an executive order from the president, the Trump administration released its first rundown of recalcitrant local jurisdictions.
Management
State Department Advised to Improve Performance Measures on Embassy Design
GAO calls for centralized detail on factors such as facility energy use.
Nextgov
Watch Out for Last-Minute Email Tax Scams, IRS Warns
These types of schemes often peak close to Tax Day, according to the IRS.
Management
The 10 Largest Programs on Trump’s Chopping Block
Thousands of federal employees could see their jobs functions eliminated.
Oversight
It's Official: The FBI Is Investigating Trump's Links to Russia
Director James Comey told Congress on Monday that the 2016 probe includes possible contacts between the campaign and the Kremlin.
Management
Employee Burnout is Becoming a Huge Problem in the American Workforce
Employees are working more hours for no additional pay and as a result, they are searching for new jobs.
Management
The White House Is Still Standing by Trump’s Wiretap Accusation
Just before the administration’s daily press briefing, the FBI director told Congress he has “no information” to support the president’s claims.
News
TSA Ready for Its Closeup in the Hit Movie 'Get Out'
Verdict on the agency in the hit horror/comedy production is mixed.
Route Fifty
California’s Message to ‘Disillusioned’ Federal Employees
The Golden State may be home a golden career opportunity.
Management
Performance Specialists Like Trump’s Management Agenda
They cite language about unleashing managers and using data to evaluate program effectiveness.
Nextgov
Comey Confirms FBI Investigation into Trump Russia Ties, Denies Wiretapping
House intel Democrats pressed on Trump-Russia ties during a hearing while Republicans focused on classified leaks.
Route Fifty
N.M. Gov: 'Now We’re Staring Down the Path of a Government Shutdown’
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: San Diego police deploy mouth-swab marijuana tests; tracking drowned snorkelers in Hawaii; and Georgia county weighs ‘tiny houses’ regulations.
Management