Oversight
Democrats threaten to subpoena DHS transition plans
House committee is giving the department until May 23 to produce documents, but law does not require DHS to submit plans to Congress.
Defense
White House threatens to veto House's Coast Guard bill
Final reauthorization bill includes a provision that would require the service to provide security around liquefied natural gas terminals.
Oversight
New tax provision could cost Defense $17 billion
Department’s report to Congress details expense of withholding 3 percent of payments to contractors.
Defense
FBI releases details of expansive data-sharing program
Software will identify criminal activity hotspots, offer mapping and conduct threat level assessments.
Defense
Government will replace virtual border fence
Officials say current $20 million system does not work adequately.
Oversight
Rule change could bar tax delinquents from contracts
Unlike House legislation, new regulation does not require contracting officers to verify debt status.
Defense
DHS wants airlines to collect foreign passengers’ photos, fingerprints
Carriers say proposed rule is too costly and forces them to perform what should be a governmental function.
Defense
Gates tells military services to prepare for unconventional wars
Officers must “tell blunt truths” to civilian leaders, Defense secretary advises cadets at West Point.
Defense
Lawmaker to oppose domestic add-ons to war funding bill
Senate Democrat says he hopes to avoid any "unnecessary disruptions," including a possible veto, in enacting the spending bill.
Oversight
FDA chief defends agency's work before House panel
Administrator says foreign-inspection system would not have prevented the recent heparin contamination.
Oversight
Panelists: Telework can improve management
Talented employees will produce whether they’re working at home or in the office, officials say.
Oversight
OMB indicates some ozone documents may be privileged
House chairman issues subpoena; dispute could lead to a legal showdown if the sides cannot reach an accommodation.
Oversight