Tech
From Nextgov: LightSquared cell network knocks out first responders' GPS in tests
The Pentagon and the GPS industry fear the system will interrupt navigation systems nationwide if it wins FCC approval.
Oversight
Senate panel defeats bill that would forgive debt for some disaster victims
Committee could reconsider bill that aims to help those who owe money because of erroneous payments.
Defense
Nuclear agency releases strategic plan for next decade
Nonproliferation and modernization of arsenal top list of priorities.
Oversight
Senator suggests new member for ‘Gang of Six’ budget negotiators
Kirk nominates Ohio's Portman to replace Coburn, who quit the group earlier this week.
News
Obama directive would politicize contracting, senator says
Maine Republican Susan Collins calls White House order unconstitutional.
News
From Nextgov: Interior center inadvertently exposes personal data of SEC employees
No sign of interceptions by intruders during 60-second transit.
Pay & Benefits
Attempts to cut lawmaker pay stall . . . in Congress
Bills’ lack of potential impact draws criticism.
News
IRS faulted for weak enforcement on energy tax credit
Non-homeowners, prisoners and one 3-year-old were incorrectly granted the residential credit in 2009, the IG found.
News
GAO: Defense underestimates costs of housing allowance
Department has had to shift funds from other programs to pay for lodging expenses of service members, report says.
Defense
Army reports significant jump in stress levels for combat troops
The findings reflect the 'historically high level of combat exposure' and the effects of multiple deployments, Army Surgeon General Eric Schoomaker says.
News
The Week in Comments: The budget and the debt ceiling
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
Defense
Top officials warn against leaks in wake of bin Laden raid
Panetta tells staff that leaks could lead to prosecution.
Oversight
‘Let the debate begin,’ senator says in op-ed on budget talks
After leaving 'Gang of Six' negotiations, Sen. Coburn says he believes a deal still can be struck.
Pay & Benefits
Proposal to increase employee pension contributions draws fire
There's an intensifying public debate about over how much sacrifice should be demanded of federal workers as negotiators try to address the nation’s $14.3 trillion debt.
Pay & Benefits