Workforce
Supreme Court Makes Federal Officials 'Absolutely Immunized' From Personal Lawsuits
New ruling restricts when individuals can sue federal personnel for misconduct.
Management
A New Law Ensures Kids’ Needs Are Prioritized In Natural Disasters and Other Catastrophic Events
“Children suffer the most when these tragedies occur in communities,” one lead lawmaker says.
Management
The Federal Government Is Ramping Up Anti-Retail Theft Efforts
“It’s a crime that’s occurring out in our streets that is becoming large enough where the federal government is announcing its involvement,” said a top DHS official.
Workforce
Why Federal Agents Were the First on the Scene to Kill the School Shooter in Texas
Current and former officials explain why it is common for DHS personnel to respond in some local emergencies.
Oversight
GovExec Daily: Why is Disinformation Such an Intractable Problem?
Nextgov's Frank Konkel joins the podcast to discuss the pause of the the Department of Homeland Security's Disinformation Governance Board.
Management
The House Backs a Bid to Launch New Federal Offices Focused on Domestic Terrorism and Rooting Out Extremism in Government
The measure's future beyond the House is unclear as Republicans decry bureaucracy and federal overreach.
Oversight
DHS IG Says He Did Not Mishandle the Agency’s Reports on Sexual Harassment and Domestic Violence
The Project On Government Oversight – the outside oversight group that brought these claims – pushed back on Joseph Cuffari’s letter to lawmakers.
Management
Scam Artists Have Misused the DHS Seal. One Lawmaker Wants to Change That
“It is clear the department needs express authority to protect its seal so it can pursue action against those who unlawfully misappropriate it,” said Rep. Bennie Thompson.
Workforce
TSA Prepares for Busy Season Surge, but Officials Still Warn of Potential 'Train Wreck'
The agency will offer new hires up to $5,000 in bonuses and mandate overtime.
Management
Lawmakers Are Trying Again to Move the Secret Service Back to the Treasury Department
The Secret Service was moved to the Homeland Security Department in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Tech
White House Sounds Alarm on Threat from Quantum Computers
New directive orders the government to work with industry on security that can stand up to tomorrow’s quantum-powered decryption tools.
Workforce
The Biden Administration Is Confident It Has the Staff to Handle the Expected Increase of Migrants at the Border
DHS is hiring contractors, deploying staff and engaging with other agencies, but says it will not sacrifice any part of its mission.
Management
Biden Is Tapping Federal Resources to Expedite Fleeing Ukrainians' Entry to the United States
Federal personnel will attempt to fulfill the administration's goal of allowing 100,000 Ukrainians to enter the country.
Oversight
GovExec Daily: DHS, Retaliation and Culture
The Project on Government Oversight's Adam Zagorin joins the podcast to discuss his report on the Homeland Security Department.
Tech
Jury: Former DHS Watchdog Official Stole Software, Employees’ Personal Info
The verdict is in for the last holdout in a scandalous scheme to defraud the government.
Defense
A Security Council Official Is Calling for a Federal Office to Oversee Commercial Supply Chains
A NSC official expressed support for a provision in the $52 billion America COMPETES Act that would establish a federal office dedicated to monitoring domestic and international commercial supply chains.
Tech
GovExec Daily: Security Clearances and Ukraine
Federal employment attorney Dan Meyer joins the podcast to talk about what cleared individuals should keep in mind while supporting Ukrainians.
Pay & Benefits
The Biggest Raise in Two Decades, and More Pay News from the 2023 Budget Request
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Management
DHS Prepares to Deploy Its Staff and Other Feds to the Border
The Biden administration says an increase in immigrants seeking entry into the country is likely after a pandemic policy is lifted.
Pay & Benefits