Management

Obama strongly defends Susan Rice on Benghazi

Says he will choose her for secretary of State if he concludes she is best-suited for the job.

Management

Obama seeks Romney's help on government reform

On the campaign trail, Romney pledged to consolidate and possibly eliminate whole agencies.

Management

USPS pension surplus looks much smaller than originally thought

Lower interest rates have led to a more than $8 billion drop off in excess funds.

Nextgov

On the Internet, the FBI knows if you’re a dog

Online anonymity is rapidly becoming a relic of a bygone era.

Management

There's Nothing Lazy About Working from Bed

Is clacking away on a laptop in bed more comfortable and productive than at a desk? Of course!

Oversight

Petraeus will testify about Benghazi tomorrow

The former CIA director will appear at a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing Thursday

Nextgov

Obama directive would allow preemptive cyber strikes

October secret policy makes a distinction between ‘network defense’ and ‘cyber operations,’ report says.

Management

Whistleblower protection act heads to president’s desk

Senate clears bipartisan bill that covers TSA employees for the first time.

Defense

Meet the leading contender to replace David Petraeus at the CIA

The agency's acting director could soon become permanent.

Management

Get used to bigger government, former Treasury secretary says

Larry Summers says public sector will be a larger part of the future economy.

Management

The 3 Basics All Organizations Need To Survive

Teams that thrive during uncertainty have developed these three basic principles.

Oversight

Key GOP senators vow to oppose Susan Rice as Secretary of State

John McCain says he'd block her; Lindsey Graham doesn't trust her.

Management

Pentagon acquisition chief focuses on workforce amid budget challenges

Kendall expands two-year-old better buying initiative citing contracting complexity, some mistakes.

Nextgov

Citizens in nearly every state petition White House for right to secede

We the People petitions mocking secessionists also on the rise.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Petraeus scandal devolves into high school drama

Are the players teenagers or high-level government officials?

Oversight

Ryan: No mandate for Obama in election

The Wisconsin congressman maintains objections to raising taxes.

Oversight

Poll: Majority bracing for spending cuts and tax hikes in January

Americans would blame congressional Republicans over Obama.

Management

Some Encouraging Leadership from a Marine

An unknown shows lessons on quietly accepting responsibility.

Oversight

Obama meets with Senate majority leader on fiscal cliff

Discussions also addressed a cybersecurity bill Democrats want to advance.

Management

Groups urge Congress to lower cap on contractor pay

Coalition asks lawmakers to set maximum executive compensation for non-Defense contractors at $400,000.