News
Recess appointment possible for mine safety nominee
West Virginia senator has placed a hold on the nomination because of concerns over nominee's safety record.
Defense
Lawmakers seek probe of Homeland Security data-mining project
Critics are concerned the project might invade privacy rights, particularly by searching e-mails and blogs.
Tech
Watchdog group previews federal spending search tool
New Web site may set the standard for a future site required by a recently signed law.
Defense
Pentagon official optimistic about overturning labor ruling
David Chu says if Defense loses court case, the department may ask Congress for help.
Management
Postal reform bill close to final passage
A few areas of possible contention remain, including the rules for postal rate increases and workers compensation.
Defense
Judge rejects request to dismiss ex-Park Police chief’s suit
Privacy Act suit seeks performance evaluation that attorneys argue is central to the potential reinstatement of Teresa Chambers.
Management
GAO backs more accountability in grant programs
Agencies should work with grantees to find useful performance metrics, study finds.
Oversight
Feature Attraction
The run-up to the midterm elections has already offered more plot twists than an Alfred Hitchcock thriller.
Tech
Industry officials sketch priorities for DHS cyber czar
New chief needs to narrow down list of potential priorities and hone in on a few goals, observers say.
Tech
Review: Security flaws place DHS inspectors’ laptops at risk
Weak inventory procedures and security policies contribute to vulnerability of inspector general laptops containing sensitive information.
Defense
Congress moves to raise FEMA’s profile
Agency chief would assume an advisory role with the White House under language in an appropriations bill passed late Friday.
Defense
Lawmakers back 2.2 percent military pay raise
Figure is included in Defense authorization bill cleared by House and Senate and sent to President Bush for his signature.
News
TSA begins virtual training for contracting officers
Acquisition “boot camp” will last eight months; new concept could be expanded to other agencies.
Defense