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Secret Service Software Will 'Detect Sarcasm' in Social Media Users
'Sentiment analysis' and 'access to historical Twitter data' among the requirements.
Defense
Why There Are So Few POWs From Today's Wars
Americans are taken captive at a much lower rate than in past conflicts.
Nextgov
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Director Letitia Long Is Retiring
Long oversaw the agency that created and collected geospatial intelligence, or GEOINT.
Defense
Bergdahl's Release Upsets Soldiers Who Saw Him as a Deserter
Bergdahl was reportedly seized by the Taliban in 2009, after he left the camp where he was stationed, without authorization.
Defense
How Donald Rumsfeld Complicated Eric Shinseki's Last Administration Exit
The George W. Bush defense team did not give the Vietnam veteran the respect he deserved.
Defense
Debate Begins Over Wisdom of Prisoner Swap that Freed American P.O.W.
Critics say the deal could endanger American soldiers for years to come.
Management
Behind Eric Shinseki's Downfall
The VA secretary who was looking for a second chance after Iraq was undone by an overwhelmed health system and Washington's hyper-partisan health care politics.
Management
Intel Community Whistleblowers Enter the Post-Snowden Era
Ombudsman runs “robust” training on how to report wrongdoing-- contractors included.
Management
Darrell Issa Says Kerry Won't Have to Testify on Benghazi
House Oversight chairman cited concerns that the secretary of State was using the hearing to avoid testifying before the Select Committee.
Defense
Here's What's in the Benghazi Chapter of Hillary Clinton's New Book
A substantial portion is clearly meant to address ongoing committee hearings convened by the GOP-led House of Representatives.
Defense
Eric Shinseki Is Out at the VA, Says Obama
The Veterans Affairs secretary submitted his resignation to the president on Friday.
Management
Air Force Wants to Boost Global Strike Command's Clout
Move comes in response to a series of ethics lapses in the nuclear sector.
Management
Defense Spending Bill Calls for 1.8 Percent Pay Raise for Troops
House panel begins work Friday on the fiscal 2015 appropriations bill.
Oversight
A Running List of Everyone Who Wants VA Secretary Eric Shinseki to 'Move On'
Both Republicans and Democrats have expressed their disapproval.
Nextgov
VA’s Convoluted Patient Scheduling Starts with a ‘Helpline’ Call
Data collected on one computer was printed out for re-entry into another system, often months later.
Nextgov
New Plan for New Mexico Power Line: Bury the Missile Range Parts
Burying the line addresses Pentagon objections, but it’s expensive.
Nextgov
Sexual Harassment and Bullying at VA Phoenix Medical Facilities?
IG investigating complaints.
Management
Pentagon Will Review Its Health Care System to Avoid VA’s Mistakes
Defense secretary orders assessment to determine any weaknesses.
Management
Army Removes the Commander of Fort Bragg's Hospital Following Patient Deaths
Two patients in their 20s died unexpectedly after being treated at the facility.
Management