Management
The HHS Secretary Violated the Hatch Act, Office of Special Counsel Determines
“With a presidential election approaching next year, this report offers an opportunity to deter violations by reminding federal employees at all levels of the Hatch Act restrictions,” OSC says.
Defense
US Officials Charge Chinese Agents with Running ‘Secret Police Station’ in NYC
Prosecutors unveiled charges Monday against a “troll farm” and Chinese nationals who worked with a Zoom employee to crash meetings with U.S.-based dissidents.
Management
Biden’s Dilemma, Part 7: Federal Government Breakdowns Are on the Rise
The latest in a series of infographics on Americans’ views of government reform heading into the 2024 election.
Workforce
Short, Sweet, Simple: Tips For Effective Government Communications
When it comes to communicating vital information to residents, a “clarity before clever” strategy works best, one expert says.
Workforce
The Government Hall of Fame Tells 'Heroic Stories' of Public Service
Tom Shoop joins the podcast to discuss the GovExec Evening of Honors.
Management
Some Officers Are Still Tracking Security Clearance Holders the Old-Fashioned Way: With Paper
ClearanceJobs raises concerns that not all facilities have electronic systems.
Management
McCarthy Vows to Cut ‘Overgrown Bureaucracy’ in Opening Bid of Debt Ceiling Negotiations
Republicans will vote on a plan to restore tight budget caps on domestic federal agencies.
Oversight
EPA Sued Over Failure To Set, Update Pollution Limits
The lawsuit, filed last week, centers on the Clean Water Act.
Management
VA’s New Cyber Apprenticeship Program Will Focus on Training for Underserved Veterans
The VA’s initiative, set to begin this summer, “is really designed to attract that diverse and inclusive cybersecurity talent,” a department official told Nextgov.
Management
Biden’s Dilemma, Part 6: His Job Rating for Running Government Programs Is Falling
The latest in a series of infographics on Americans’ views of government reform heading into the 2024 election.
Oversight
A Bill Would Repeal an Expensive Tax Rule For Public Servants
Rep. Abigail Spanberger joins the podcast to discuss her plan to put money in feds' and retirees' pockets.
Nextgov
VA’s New Cyber Apprenticeship Program Will Focus on Training for Underserved Veterans
The VA’s initiative, set to begin this summer, “is really designed to attract that diverse and inclusive cybersecurity talent,” a department official told Nextgov.
Management
Don’t Expect to Charge Your Electric Vehicle at the Stations USPS Plans to Build
The Postal Service may consider making an exception for its own employees to charge their personal vehicles.
Management
Why Is Tax Day on April 18 This Year? and How Did Early Spring Become Tax Season, Anyhow?
The federal government wanted to give taxpayers a couple months to prepare the year’s taxes. But as filing became more complex, the date was pushed back.
Defense
21-Year-Old Air Force IT Specialist Charged With Leaking Classified Security Documents
A team of Justice and FBI agents arrested 21-year-old Jack Teixeira in Massachusetts in connection with the widespread intel leak.
Nextgov
21-Year-Old Air Force IT Specialist Charged With Leaking Classified Security Documents
A team of Justice and FBI agents arrested 21-year-old Jack Teixeira in Massachusetts in connection with the widespread intel leak.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: The COVID-19 National Emergency Ends
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Tech
Taxpayer Data Is at Risk Due to Cybersecurity Deficiencies at IRS, a Report Warns
An annual assessment of the IRS' information technology program alleges critical cybersecurity deficiencies in the agency's handling of taxpayer data privacy.
Tech
Banning TikTok Could Weaken Personal Cybersecurity
TikTok restrictions could lead to individuals engaging in risky digital behavior to circumvent mobile app bans, potentially exposing their networks and data to bad actors, an expert warns.
Management