Oversight
White House orders agencies to plan oversight of stimulus spending
Agencies must appoint senior-level officials by Feb. 13 to manage recovery funds.
Oversight
GOP threatens legal action over Census oversight
Republican leadership urges President Obama to reverse decision to extend its jurisdiction to the agency.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Lawmaker denies online messaging compromised Middle East trip
"Twitterversy" underscores how social networking is outpacing federal guidelines for releasing information.
Oversight
Gregg steps out of the running for Commerce chief
Senator cites disagreements with President Obama on oversight of the U.S. Census Bureau and the economic stimulus package.
Oversight
Senate strips protections for federal whistleblowers from stimulus bill
Chamber removes safeguards for government workers but strengthens them for employees of organizations in line to receive stimulus funding.
Defense
OPM gives Pentagon personnel system high marks
Multiple layers of oversight and data on performance ratings make the National Security Personnel System fair and transparent, report says.
Defense
Officials look to contain FAA information security breach
Agency says it is looking at short- and long-term plans, including offering employees free credit monitoring, to address the problem.
Oversight
Senate confirms former lobbyist as Defense deputy
William Lynn is approved by a 93-4 vote, while CIA and Labor Department nominations advance.
Pay & Benefits
Staying the Course
A survey shows most Thrift Savings Plan participants are sticking with the program despite current financial market woes.
Tech
From Nextgov.com: Bush's cyber chief calls national security initiative too secret
Greg Garcia says plan to protect major networks was coordinated and effective, but admits DHS could have done more to share information.
Oversight
Officials seek more resources to fight mortgage and corporate fraud
Number of cases being investigated by the FBI and the Treasury Department has jumped during the economic crisis.
Oversight
HUD is Obama's home base for mortgage rescue
Agency must translate its core mission -- providing safe, fair, and affordable housing -- into a policy that bolsters Obama's economic recovery plan.
Oversight
Report calls for better management at SEC
Chamber of Commerce recommendations focus on strengthening the structure and oversight of the agency.
Oversight