Oversight
Play of the Day: Lindsey Graham Did Not Do The Required Reading
The South Carolinian did not read the full Mueller Report.
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U.S. House Bill Calls for New Limits on Chemicals in Drinking Water
The legislation targets a class of industrial compounds known as “PFAS,” which have stoked public health concerns.
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Questions About City Services? In These Places, Turn to Alexa.
Increasing numbers of state and local governments are allowing residents to query Amazon's Alexa for information about services and sometimes even make requests.
Management
Lawmakers from Both Parties Seek to Restore Administrative Law Judges to Competitive Service
A new bill would overrule a 2018 Trump executive order seen by administrative law judges as an effort to politicize their positions.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Employee Appeals Board Poised to Finally Have Members
New Trump nominee formerly worked at merit board as its general counsel.
Oversight
Judge Gives Green Light to Democrats’ Lawsuit Against Trump Hotel Profits
Justice Department’s dismissal motion rejected based on reading of Emoluments Clause.
Nextgov
Senate Passes Bill to Allow Cyber Talent to Rotate Through Agencies
The bipartisan legislation would allow certain cybersecurity-related personnel to rotate across various federal agencies.
Nextgov
White House Kicks Off Effort to Develop Artificial Intelligence Standards
The administration wants public feedback to help shape the National Institute of Standards and Technology-led effort.
Management
Lawmakers Voice Bipartisan Concern Over 'Chaos' at Homeland Security
Top watchdogs also say turnover is hurting the department.
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As Feds Expand Guest Worker Visas, Many Companies Say More Still Needed
Competition is stiff for businesses seeking H-2B visas. And the worker shortages have been felt all over the country, in a range of industries.
Management
Global Media Agency Rebuts Reporter’s Charge of Authoritarian Propaganda
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty accused of broadcasts favoring Tajikistan regime.
Nextgov
Lawmakers Worry DHS’ 2020 Budget ‘Shortchanges the Future’
The department's Science and Technology Directorate would be forced to close multiple research facilities to accommodate the 30% budget cut.
Defense
Lawmakers Probe Navy, Marine Corps Plans on Climate Change
Trump’s picks for Chief of Naval Operations and Marine Corps Commandant sailed through their confirmation hearing on Tuesday.
Management
How Taxpayers Covered a $1,000 Liquor Bill for Trump Staffers (and More) at Trump’s Club
A top-shelf, closed-door drinking session. $546-a-night hotel rooms. A special government credit card for Mar-a-Lago. Taxpayers foot the costs — and the president profits.
Oversight
Play of the Day: A Meeting to Find $2 Trillion for Infrastructure
Trump, Pelosi and Schumer to talk roads and bridges.
Management
House Lawmakers To Ask Justice Department to Investigate Erik Prince
‘Very strong evidence’ that Blackwater founder committed perjury, says Intel chairman Schiff.
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How to Help Small Businesses Survive a Flood
After a flood, 40% to 60% of small businesses close down. Lawmakers say improving infrastructure before disasters strike could help prevent that from happening.
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Collaboration Key to Managing Scooters, Bike Shares
Proactively communicating with transportation companies can help ease the pain of integration, according to a new report from the National League of Cities.
Management