Defense
Concern grows over Defense-to-State transition in Iraq
Poor coordination and a lack of expertise put the changeover at risk of waste and overreliance on contractors, commissioners say.
Oversight
Tender loving care for new hires pays off, authors say
Successful onboarding of employees can save agencies time and money, according to book.
Oversight
Food safety undersecretary sets priorities
Elisabeth Hagen showed little interest in the creation of a single food safety agency during hearing.
Oversight
Lawmaker pushes five-day mail delivery, altered pension funding
Bill would grant the Postal Service flexibilities requested in its long-term strategic plan.
Defense
British Defense chief urges support for F-35 engine
In letter to lawmaker, Liam Fox says ending program could cost the U.S. and international partners more money in the long run.
Oversight
Budget committee approves OMB nominee, but senator blocks confirmation
Panel greenlights Jack Lew, but Sen. Mary Landrieu vows to hold up the nomination until offshore drilling ban is lifted.
Oversight
Obama's choice to lead OMB faces hurdle
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., said he will oppose the nomination of Jacob Lew.
Defense
Injuries climb with more Army recruits unfit for duty
The military is turning away a growing number of enlistees because they are too overweight to fight.
Oversight
GOP calls for federal hiring freeze, spending cuts
Agenda aims to scale back government growth, including workforce costs.
Oversight
President names GAO veteran to head agency
Gene Dodaro’s career at the oversight agency dates back more than 30 years.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Pentagon investigates director of psychological centers of excellence
Army Col. Robert Saum is the second chief in the organization's short history of operation, fueling congressional concerns about top management.
Oversight
Republican argues Democrats have abdicated government oversight functions
Report from ranking member of House panel finds hearings and requests for information are down since Obama took office.
Oversight
Bill unfurled to require all-American government flags
Flags purchased for government use would have to be made "from articles, materials or supplies entirely grown, produced, or manufactured in the United States."
Oversight
Budget panel might vote early on OMB nominee
Committee leader is asking members to waive a rule that requires 48 hours' notice for a vote.
Defense
Immigration advocates huddle after setback, might push stand-alone bill
Groups will meet with top Democrats on Thursday to discuss legislative strategy for creating a path to citizenship for young illegal immigrants.
Oversight
Senate might have to go first on continuing resolution
The House traditionally considers spending legislation first, but House Democratic leaders don't want to risk approving a CR that the Senate might not be able to pass.
Oversight
From Nextgov.com: Lack of time and money threatens data center consolidation
Scarcity of upfront funding and overly ambitious deadlines will make it challenging for agencies to meet mandate, market analysts find.
Defense
Senate bill aims to reform Federal Protective Service
Bipartisan legislation would increase staffing and establish training requirements for armed guards.
Defense
Copter crash makes this year the deadliest in Afghan war
Western death toll through the first 10 months of 2010 now stands at 529, exceeding last year's toll of 521.
Oversight