Management
Trump Signs Washington Hotel Over to His Son
The move aims to put to rest criticism about the president’s conflicts of interest, but critics aren’t persuaded.
Oversight
Will Gorsuch Have to Rule on Trump’s Travel Ban?
Trump’s executive order on immigration is headed for the Supreme Court.
Management
How Republicans Might 'Repair' Obamacare Before Repealing It
Most GOP lawmakers want to demolish the health law right away. Senator Lamar Alexander wants to rescue it first.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump Calls All the Shots, OK?
The president's top advisor Steve Bannon is getting more publicity, but he's not in charge.
Route Fifty
Red-Light Camera Company Finalizes Legal Settlement With Chicago
According to Mayor Rahm Emanuel, his city “will not stand by while a company takes advantage of our taxpayers, and I hope that this serves as a warning to other companies.”
Nextgov
New International Cyber Rules Likely Off the Table for UN Experts Group
The UN group affirmed international law applies in cyberspace and stated nations should not hack each other’s critical infrastructure during previous meetings.
Management
When Government Employees Pose a Threat to Security and Safety
Agencies have made significant progress in managing potential threats from within their ranks.
Management
Group of House Republicans Implores Trump to Fire IRS Chief
But White House stays silent as Treasury secretary nominee nears confirmation vote.
Management
How Trump's New Policy to Cut Regulatory Costs Will Actually Work
OMB releases rules governing "one in, two out" policy.
Management
Trump Reportedly Considering Prominent Neoconservative for No. 2 State Dept. Job
Appointment would be somewhat surprising for both Abrams and the president.
Management
Trump's FCC Chief Wastes No Time Changing Agency Direction
Flurry of new rules draws counter-arguments from Obama appointee.
Route Fifty
Missouri Gov. Signs Anti-Union Bill; St. Petersburg Mayor Makes Sanctuary City Declaration
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: More sanitation troubles in Michigan prisons; Baltimore minimum wage bill; and lieutenant governor position may be axed in Illinois.
Oversight
Will the Courts Find Trump's Travel Ban Unconstitutional?
The outcome of the battle over Trump’s travel ban focused on seven mostly Muslim nations is hard to predict.
Management
President Trump's Missing Labor Secretary
While other Cabinet picks move through the Senate, Andrew Puzder's nomination has stalled. Will he ever get confirmed?
Oversight
Play of the Day: What We've Learned From Trump's First Two Weeks
The American citizenry is finding out a lot about its government.
Route Fifty
Water Emergency in Chapel Hill, N.C.: ‘Our Water Supply Basically Ran Out’
Local authorities work to restore service after problems with fluoride treatment and a broken water main led to a loss in pressure.
Management
You Can’t Manage What You Can’t Message
Clarifying and repeating the your organization’s purpose keeps everyone focused.
Management
EPA Employees Using Encryption Apps May Violate Records Laws
Conservative transparency group has filed a FOIA request for all records created or received by any agency employee using Signal.
Management