News
Trial of former procurement chief begins
Prosecutor alleges Safavian lied, misled officials about dealings with Abramoff; defense lawyer argues the two were simply friends.
Tech
Patent office union expresses concern over massive telework program
Agency officials say they will meet their goal of enrolling 500 employees by year’s end, but union officials are skeptical.
Management
House approves $18.4 billion Agriculture spending bill
Measure exceeds Bush’s discretionary spending request by $564 million, blocks national animal ID program until concerns are addressed.
Defense
Even backers find fault with immigration bill
Senate Democrats urged to support bill containing a guest-worker program despite reservations; House version focuses solely on border security.
News
Panel approves Bush pick to head OMB
Nomination of Rob Portman now advances to the full Senate for a vote.
Defense
FEMA says it will meet hiring goals by hurricane season
Officials say local authorities will bear more responsibility during responses to this year's storms.
Management
Army Corps delays announcing winner of contest for IT jobs
Number of positions involved has shrunk from 1,350 to 1,100 as employees await result.
News
House leader says FBI raid may warrant Supreme Court review
Weekend search of Louisiana congressman’s office continues to raise constitutional concerns.
Management
OPM floats new workforce management rules for agencies
Agency will require detailed annual reports on accomplishments and progress in managing employees.
Defense
Defense business modernization agency wins support
GAO sees improvement and members of Congress are working to get funding restored.
Management
Senator introduces bill to shore up flood insurance program
Bill is a companion to a House measure approved by the Financial Services Committee in March and awaiting floor action.
Defense
Pentagon faulted for decision to cancel fighter's alternate engine
Decision focused on short-term savings from halting the program and failed to consider the long-term benefits of competition, GAO says.
Oversight
Comfort Aside
With sinking poll ratings, President Bush has taken the rare step of mixing politics with an issue of personal significance.
Defense