Defense
Republicans mull options on filling VA budget shortfall
Veterans Affairs Secretary James Nicholson told House and Senate lawmakers Tuesday that the agency would have enough money through internal accounting moves to cover gaps in funding this year.
Defense
Overseas basing panel concerned about pace of relocations
At issue is whether the Pentagon can work quickly enough to prepare housing and training sites for the influx of troops, and whether the military has adequate air and sea lift to transport soldiers to foreign hot spots.
Management
Team Bush
By placing White House loyalists in key Cabinet departments, President Bush has moved to solidify his control of the government in his second term.
Management
NASA chief says space shuttle launch target is firm
Despite safety concerns raised by a space advisory group, "we're ready to go" next month, NASA Administrator Michael Griffin told the House Science Committee Tuesday.
Defense
Adjutants general take aim at Air Force consolidation plan
Officials argue that removing transport and fighter planes from Air Guard bases and consolidating them would hurt recruiting and retention.
Defense
Panel cites security gaps, creeping complacency
Former government officials outline obstacles to improving national security.
News
Exercise regimen gets HHS employees moving
Pilot walking program seeks to make workers healthier.
Tech
FBI launches regional data sharing system
Local, regional and FBI law enforcement officials will be able to share information.
News
Health advocates urge federal officials to prepare for flu pandemic
The House Government Reform Committee will hold a hearing Thursday on the possibility of a deadly flu strain hitting the United States.
Management
Panel's tally for proposed terminations totals 101 programs
Program cuts could save government $4.6 billion in fiscal 2006.
News
Bush administration weighing amendment to cover VA budget shortfall
Veterans Affairs Secretary Jim Nicholson is expected to explain to lawmakers how the agency's budget forecasts came up short.
Management
Senate gearing up for appropriations bills
Observers watch majority leader to gauge if he will move bills in a timely fashion.
Pay & Benefits
New OPM chief confirmed by Senate
Linda Springer takes over personnel agency during contentious time for the federal workforce.
Defense