Defense
President Trump Is Not Responsible for the Failed Raid in Yemen
America cannot punish its elected officials for allowing its military, diplomatic corps, and intelligence services to take risks necessary to pursue its interests.
Management
More Than 100,000 Visas Are Said to Have Been Revoked Under Trump’s Immigration Order
The White House has called the ban an "inconvenience."
Oversight
Democrats Get Results Targeting Trump Via Inspectors General
Homeland Security watchdog is probing implementation of immigration order, while the IG at GSA is monitoring the president’s hotel lease.
Management
GSA Seeks Proposals for Huge Governmentwide Charge Card Contract
The estimate total value for the multiple-award SP3 contract is $700 billion, according to the RFP.
Route Fifty
Bowling Green Mayor Responds to Kellyanne Conway ‘Massacre’ Misstatement
“We appreciate the clarification,” said Mayor Bruce Wilkerson.
Pay & Benefits
Trump Administration Reportedly Considering Federal Union Busting, Civil Service Reforms
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says he discussed the issues with Mike Pence at the White House.
Management
Contractors Applaud House Vote to Kill Obama Fair Pay, Safe Workplace Rule
They cite "burdensome" paperwork and "blacklisting" of firms with past labor law violations.
Nextgov
How Feds Can Use Encrypted Apps—Without Breaking the Law
The use of encryption technologies to communicate with peers is undoubtedly safer than using traditional communications, but there are caveats for federal employees.
Oversight
The Obama-Trump Truce Is Already Over
Previous presidents—including Barack Obama and George W. Bush—tried to avoid publicly criticizing each other. That tradition is coming to an end.
Management
How Trump Is Changing Immigration Enforcement
The president’s directive on immigration might resemble the record deportations of Obama’s first term—but without the corresponding push for legalization.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The President Prays For The Terminator
President Donald Trump has some words for Arnold Schwarzenegger at the National Prayer Breakfast.
Route Fifty
Delaware Corrections Officer Dies in Prison Standoff; Oregon’s Potential Pension Reforms
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Wyoming budget cuts; Alaska’s potential major gas tax hikes; and Texas, Florida legislation targets sanctuary cities.
Management
The Underrated Art of Persuasion
With business leaders (and others), Trump needs to try a new tactic.
Management
Trump’s Agency Gag Orders Draw Bipartisan Criticism
House hearing on whistleblower law produces consensus on White House missteps.
News
Congressman: Career Feds ‘Soak Off the Lifeblood of the American People’
Georgia Republican says Trump administration has backed his plan to ease federal firing.
Nextgov
OPM Cybersecurity Hearing Devolves into Russia Hacking Squabble
Rep. Stephen Lynch wants the House oversight committee to investigate the election hacks, but Chairman Jason Chaffetz says that’s outside the committee’s jurisdiction.
Management
Taxpayers Are Having an Easier Time Getting Through to IRS Call Centers
Watchdog report also cites progress curbing I.D. theft.
Management
Trump VA Nominee Will Push For More Flexibility to Hire and Fire
Dr. David Shulkin said he would work with Congress on greater workforce accountability measures, but also on recruitment and retention efforts.
Pay & Benefits
Pay Raise Considerations
The 2017 increase is in effect. Have you considered boosting your retirement savings?
Management