Oversight
Another Bipartisan Push for More Financial Transparency and Accountability
“Congress must have a clear understanding of what regulatory and supervisory failures occurred to allow the collapse of both Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank,” said one Republican senator.
Oversight
House Democratic Women Make a Case Against Cuts to Programs for Women and Families
Members of the House Democratic Women’s Caucus are ‘gearing up for really big fights’ over funding for women’s health as House Republicans plan to propose slashing many areas of federal spending.
Management
State, Union Say Complying With House Subpoena Would Create Chilling Effect on Career Staff
The department said turning over a protected communication on the Afghanistan withdrawal would undermine its "unique way" for employees to "speak truth to power."
Oversight
Watchdogs: Having the Authority to Hire People Faster Would Strengthen Oversight of Ukraine Aid
The State, Defense and U.S. Agency for International Development inspectors general are also looking to place staff at the U.S. embassy in Kyiv.
Tech
TikTok, Security and Government Devices
Tom Guarente of Armis joins the podcast to discuss what network administrators need to know about the potential threat that the social media app poses.
Oversight
Experts See Economic Problems for U.S. as Struggle Over Debt Limit, Spending Cuts Extends
Economic experts testified in front of the U.S. House Budget Committee on Wednesday, as a fierce debate over the nation’s budget remains front and center.
Workforce
Infant Formula Crisis Could Recur, Former FDA Official Tells Congress
While the Food and Drug Administration has made some changes, infant formula manufacturers are not required to notify the agency if they detect certain types of bacteria at their facilities.
Oversight
Members Of Senate Panel Press Financial Regulators On Massive Bank Failures
Members of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs asked if the Federal Reserve could have done more to prevent the collapse.
Tech
Senators Reintroduce Bill to Bolster Federal Data Center Security
The bipartisan legislation seeks to protect federal data centers from physical and digital threats by establishing minimum requirements to enhance the security of these critical facilities.
Management
Defense Secretary to Senator: Lift Your Holds on Our Nominees and Promotions
Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., placed the holds in objection to the Pentagon’s policies on reproductive health care for service members.
Management
McCarthy Wants Biden 'On the Clock' to Negotiate Over the Debt Ceiling
The House speaker says he wants to avoid brinksmanship, but is refusing the White House's request for a clean debt limit increase and calling for dramatic spending cuts.
Oversight
Veterans Affairs Committee Dems Offer Bills to Streamline VA Operations
The two proposals would seek to consolidate business functions at the agency and independently verify and validate IT modernization efforts.
Oversight
Denver Airport CEO Withdraws as FAA Nominee after Opposition by U.S. Senate GOP
Republicans, especially U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas, that oversaw Phil Washington’s nomination criticized him for lack of aviation experience
Oversight
Empowering a Small Federal Office Could Help Reform the Records Classification System
The office within the National Archives and Records Administration has seen a decline in resources over the years that its former director would like reversed.
Oversight
Democratic Report on U.S. Debt Default Predicts Disrupted Benefits for Seniors, Veterans
The report says that Treasury would only be able to pay debts using existing funds and incoming revenue in the event of a default.
Oversight
A Bipartisan Bill Looks to Better Prevent Mishandling of Classified Documents
“This legislation will discourage sloppiness during transition periods, safeguard our national security, and keep Americans safe,” said Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Ill.
Oversight
Moderna Plan to Hike COVID Vaccine Price to $130 a Dose Rebuked at U.S. Senate Hearing
Senators criticized decision, noting federal government invested nearly $2 billion in Moderna’s development of vaccine
Oversight
Senators Want a More Independent IG to Oversee the Federal Reserve in the Wake of Bank Failures
The IG office says it already is providing “robust oversight.”
Defense
Pentagon’s No. 2 Civilians Fire Back in ‘Woke’ Wars
“There's been no detraction from the primary mission,” Navy Undersecretary Erik Raven told dubious GOP senators.
Management
How Many Feds Are Back in DC Offices? A Watchdog Is Finding Numbers.
The Government Accountability Office is studying occupancy rates in federal agencies’ headquarters.
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