Oversight
Ethics Chair: House Will Reverse Itself on Disclosure of Free Trips
The panel's decision to delete a disclosure requirement—as lawmakers' travel climbs—sparked quick criticism.
Defense
Meet Hurricane Arthur, Your July Fourth Party Crasher
Forecasters expect the storm to pass over North Carolina's Outer Banks on Friday night.
Defense One
Why the U.N. Is Likely Underestimating the Iraq Death Toll
Before we can prevent deaths in Iraq, we first have to learn to count them correctly. By Patrick Tucker
Management
Vanishing Email Isn’t Just an IRS Problem
EPA, Labor and Veterans Affairs all have had trouble locating records sought by critics.
Management
IRS Employees Were Able to Log Work Hours During Shutdown Furloughs
Watchdog critiques agency for bookkeeping weaknesses.
Management
The Company That Thinks it Can Finally Solve the Problem of Business Cards
Sansan is trying to pick up where other firms have failed.
Management
If They Vote, 'Beyonce Voters' Just Might Be Democrats' Secret Weapon
The 'single ladies vote' could decide the election.
Insights
Why the Cyber Security Problem Is Actually a Big Data Problem
The demands of continuous monitoring are leading federal agencies to shift their big data capabilities toward boosting their cyber posture.
Defense
U.S. Embassy in Uganda Warns of 'Specific' Terrorist Threat
According to the U.S. Embassy in Kampala, Ugandan police have passed along intelligence on a threat to the Entebbe International Airport.
Management
Would the Confederacy Have Celebrated the Fourth of July?
July 4, 1861, was a day of ambivalence for many Southerners.
Oversight
Newt Gingrich: VA Will be Easier to Fix Than Congress
The former House speaker loves Dallas Buyers Club, fears Michael Bloomberg, and says Congress needs a total overhaul.
Oversight
5 Democrats Who Should Run Against Hillary Clinton
List includes Sen. Claire McCaskill, a leader on contracting oversight.
Defense
U.S. Says It's Been Operating Secretly in Somalia Since 2007
Troops have been active there since the middle of George W. Bush's second term, officials say.
Defense
Real U.S. Defense Secretary Phones Internet's U.S. Defense Secretary
Hagel calls goalkeeper Tim Howard to congratulate him on historic World Cup performance.
Management
7 Ways to Keep Wizard of Oz Syndrome From Killing Your Organization
Are you that man behind the curtain?
Employee Policy
OPM issues reminder on emergency policies
The Office of Personnel Management is attempting to get ahead of any problems that could develop during this year's hurricane season by releasing a list of guidelines, policies and resources for agencies and employees during natural disasters and other emergencies.
Benefits
CBO says compensation reforms could save DOD billions
The Congressional Budget Office has laid out a range of options for reducing compensation for military service members and retirees as a way to cut the defense budget to meet sequestration-mandated spending levels.
Benefits
VA medical center leaders to meet monthly with local partners
The Department of Veterans Affairs took steps this week to bolster its relationships with community health providers and veterans service organizations.
Defense One
The Military Is Already Using Facebook to Track Your Mood
The intelligence community implores you not to delete your Facebook profile. By Patrick Tucker
Defense