Route Fifty
The Justice Department Has Yet to Find a Link Between Chris Christie and Bridge Closure
Nine months later, no connection has emerged. That doesn't mean Christie's problems are over.
Defense
France Joins U.S. in Launching Airstrikes on ISIS Targets
France became the first country to join the United States in launching airstrikes against Islamic State targets.
Oversight
Yes, the House Is Going Home Already. No, This Isn't Some Kind of Record.
The GOP House has actually worked for more days in 2014 than they have in most recent election years.
Management
What Leaders Must Learn From the NFL Fiasco
The dangers of hubris, the need for transparency and the challenges of becoming huge in a short time.
Oversight
Play of the Day: What 'Boots on the Ground' Look Like
Stephen Colbert looks at America's latest commitment to the Middle East.
Nextgov
VA Staffer Sent Hospitalwide Email Detailing Vet’s Suicide
Press can leak medical information, but providers cannot respond to allegations.
Nextgov
US CIO Steven VanRoekel Steps Down
In his new role as USAID chief innovation officer, VanRoekel will be responsible for advising the agency on using technology and data in its response to the Ebola epidemic.
Employee Policy
House adjourns as members hit the campaign trail
The House has adjourned, and while it may seem that lawmakers breezed in and out of town in a blink after Labor Day, the House met 117 days this year—more than in most recent election years.
Pay
Senate passes Border Patrol pay bill
The Senate approved legislation that would reform the Border Patrol pay system.
Employee Policy
CBP assumes control of employee misconduct investigations
Customs and Border Protection now has authority to investigate its employees for alleged criminal misconduct. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson revealed his decision to delegate that authority to CBP in a Sept. 18 announcement.
Oversight
Congress Staves Off Government Shutdown…for Now
Bill sets up spending fight during lame-duck session.
Management
Why Presidents Are Also Celebrities
The Roosevelts transformed the United States—and made its leaders into stars.
News
Ellsberg: Whistleblowers Needed to Expose 'Cost and Consequences' of Obama's ISIS Plan
Those who step forward should remain anonymous, Pentagon Papers leaker says.
Oversight
IRS Chief Rebuts Claim of Governmentwide Email Backup
House Republicans renew push to find more missing Lois Lerner emails.
Pay & Benefits
Ready, Set, Go
Be sure you have all your ducks in a row well before your retirement date.
Oversight
Congress Heads Home After Exhausting Eight Days of Work
Congress is cutting its session short and returning to the campaign trail after voting on President Obama's request to arm Syrian rebels.
Pay & Benefits
Military Families Are Most Worried About Pay and Benefits
New survey of spouses, service members and vets reveals force reduction and budget cuts are driving anxiety over finances.
Defense
Who Is Saying What About American Troops 'On the Ground' in Iraq?
The trouble with being both firm and flexible when it comes to military intervention in Iraq.
Management