News
Senators disagree on whether attorney general should go
Alberto Gonzales says he will not resign, but acknowledges mistakes were made and accepts responsibility.
Defense
Senate rejects GOP changes to anti-terrorism bill
One of the defeated amendments would have caused every provision in the bill to expire in five years.
Defense
Marine Corps chief says building a larger force will be tough
The Corps is preparing to try to attract 5,000 more new troops each year over the next five years.
Management
DHS to move ahead with parts of personnel overhaul
Department will institute aspects of the reforms not ruled illegal, including those involving adverse personnel actions.
Defense
Lawmaker probes contract oversight at DHS agency
Letters to key Homeland Security officials ask for more detail on the budget challenges facing the Federal Protective Service.
Defense
OMB: Benefits of 2006 regulations outweigh costs
Agency reports $44.8 billion in annual benefits, mostly from new air quality limits on soot.
Defense
Committee approves modified contracting reform bill
Panels still are negotiating over language that would expand the number of procurement officials subject to stringent post-employment restrictions.
Tech
House to vote on FOIA overhaul legislation
Bills reach the floor amidst a series of reports criticizing agency responses to public requests for information.
Defense
Dems remove Iran language from bill to boost war funding
House plan includes a lot of add-ons for domestic priorities, and incorporates major contracting reform legislation.
Oversight
Proceed With Caution
Former Democratic Sen. John Breaux has expressed interest in running for governor in Louisiana, but he may not be eligible, for one thing.
Management
Army medical commander retires over Walter Reed fiasco
Kevin Kiley is the latest casualty; Army convenes board to select new surgeon general.
Tech