Defense

Bush administration may rethink space treaty

Space program observer with ties to Bush effort says administration is "reviewing whether or not we want to be signatory" to 1967 pact on peaceful use of space.

Management

National security appointments would loom large in Kerry administration

Aides to John Kerry are discreetly drawing up lists of potential appointees, with a special emphasis on getting a national security team in place quickly if he wins.

News

Layer Hater.

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News

You Da Manager!

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News

And the National Book Award Goes To...

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Management

Bush likely to promote from within if reelected

The president is unlikely to order a clean sweep of his appointees, but may move up junior officials as Cabinet chiefs opt for a graceful exit.

Defense

Senate committee revamp said to fall short of 9/11 panel recommendations

Critics fear overhaul may change focus, priorities of Senate Governmental Affairs panel.

Defense

TSA postpones awards ceremony

Agencywide announcement comes on heels of report criticizing 2003 awards program as too expensive.

Management

Employee relocation policy changes in the works

A congressionally chartered board meets to hear proposals that include outsourcing relocation management.

News

Second-Term Blues.

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Defense

Army secretary nominee facing opposition

Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., is holding up nomination of defense industry executive Francis Harvey to raise questions about the Bush administration's handling of Army troop and equipment needs in Iraq.

Defense

Some progress reported in intelligence overhaul negotiations

House Republicans float compromise proposal to meld competing House, Senate bills.

Defense

TSA officials cite challenges in revised passenger screening program

Privacy and civil rights concerns continue to mount as testing deadline approaches.

Management

New bill would protect jobs held by severely disabled federal workers

Opponents say legislation would interfere with competitive sourcing initiatives.

News

MSPB says well-planned technology can help hiring process

Board encourages use of technology in the hiring process, but warns it must be accompanied by a significant investment in planning and personnel.

Pay & Benefits

Limited Access

Some union representatives say the Pentagon is backing away from a promise to provide details on its new personnel system.