Workforce
At the Women’s Bureau, a Renewed Focus on Passing Paid Leave and LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
Wendy Chun-Hoon, the new director of the Women’s Bureau at the Department of Labor, speaks with The 19th about what needs to inform policies during a perilous time for women in the workplace.
Oversight
Deb Haaland Confirmed as First Native American Cabinet Secretary
The enrolled member of the Laguna Pueblo will head the Interior Department, which oversees public lands and administers programs related to 550 federally recognized tribes.
Workforce
New Attorney General Thanks Employees for Their Public Service, Vows Commitment to ‘Norms’
Merrick Garland addresses the Justice Department’s over 115,000 employees on his first day in office.
Management
After Confirmation: The Golden Hour for Political Appointees
What senior leaders should expect and how they can make the most of the opportunity they’ve been given.
Management
OMB Nominees Pledge to Avoid Future Shutdowns, Improve Budget Stewardship
Biden’s picks for deputy director and deputy director for management told lawmakers they are committed to transparency and improving fiscal oversight.
Management
Interior Reverses Trump Science Policy, Vows to Free Career Staff From Political Interference
Biden administration announces its latest move to reverse Trump-era science policies.
Management
Neera Tanden Withdraws Nomination for OMB Director
This comes after senators raised concerns about her partisan history and mean tweets.
Management
OMB No. 2 Nominee Pledges to Restore Morale in the Federal Workforce
"Often in these budget deals that come up, one of the main losers are federal workers," said Shalanda Young.
Management
Biden’s Straight-Talking CDC Director Has Long Used Data to Save Lives
Dr. Rochelle Walensky said scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were "muzzled" and "diminished" by the Trump team, especially during the pandemic. She aims to fix that.
Management
GovExec Daily: Cabinet Progress and the Tanden Nomination
Courtney Bublé joins the show to discuss how President Joe Biden's nominees – including his controversial OMB pick – have fared so far.
Management
Biden’s Cabinet of Many Women Shows Other World Leaders that U.S. Takes Gender Equality Seriously
Research shows that when one country – particularly a powerful one – puts more women in power, other nations tend to follow suit.
Management
‘Indian Country’ Is Excited about the First Native American Secretary of the Interior – and the Promise She Has for Addressing Issues of Importance to All Americans
If confirmed, Rep. Deb Haaland of New Mexico would be the first Native American to run the agency that interacts with tribal nations. But her agenda extends far beyond Indian Country.
Oversight
GovExec Daily: Tanden and the State of Biden's Nominations
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss how the administration is filling out.
Management
Biden's OMB Nominee Vows to Ensure Transparency and Government Efficiency
Neera Tanden testified Tuesday for the first of two confirmation hearings.
Management
Biden Names a Czar for Federal Workforce and Agency Performance Issues
Pam Coleman will lead efforts to "empower and rebuild the federal workforce."
Management
Senate To Take Up Impeachment Amid Confirming Key Biden Administration Nominees
President Biden has seven high-level nominees approved so far.
Management
6 Ways New Appointees Can Work Effectively With Career Federal Employees
Advice from a former Obama administration official on how to smooth the transition.
Management
New Job in the Biden Administration?
Congratulations, there may be a subpoena in your future. Here’s what you need to know.
Management
The Deputy Secretary: Linchpin to Making Government Work
Sixteen former deputy secretaries share insights about a critical—but often ambiguous—job.
Management