News
GAO: FBI's antiterrorism focus not harming traditional work
As the bureau concentrates on terrorism, other agencies pick up the slack for drug-related, white-collar and violent crimes.
Pay & Benefits
FDIC seeks personnel overhaul from Congress
The independent agency asks for more flexibile system, but a union leader says the plan would hurt workers.
Defense
Air marshals under review following inspector general’s investigation
IG report uncovers glaring misconduct among the air guard corps and charges leadership with overlooking blatant infractions.
Pay & Benefits
More mid-career government jobs going to private sector workers
But the number of jobs open to outside applicants dwindled in 2003, study finds.
Defense
Agencies urged to develop teleworker corps for emergency situations
Updated emergency preparedness guides stress need for plans to keep the government running.
Management
Lessons in Leadership
Terrorists' bombs tested an ambassador's fortitude, resolve and experience.
Management
Poll finds government falling in public’s esteem
The portion of Americans expressing a positive view of the government fell by seven percentage points in the past year, a Gallup survey finds.
Defense
EPA scout plane on lookout for toxic chemicals at GOP convention
Agency teams with Army on airborne detection system deployed for high-profile events.
Tech
Navy intranet chief says officials are targeting key problems
Outgoing Navy Marine Corps Intranet chief Rear Adm. Charles Munns says network officials are isolating and addressing high-priority complaints.
Management
Offshore corporations could have edge in contracts
Report says contractors in tax havens pay less in federal taxes, giving them a potential advantage in bidding for federal contracts.
Management