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
Management
Biden Promises the 'Heroes' at the Homeland Security Dept. More Resources in the Upcoming Budget
The president addressed the department's workforce on its 20th anniversary.
Tech
Watchdog: GSA Needs to Monitor Access Card Data
The agency’s inspector general found more than 32,000 failed access attempts over a two year period, which could pose a security risk.
Pay & Benefits
A Bill to Fix a Customs and Border Protection Retirement Snafu Is Revived in the Senate
More than 1,000 Customs and Border Protection officers were mistakenly promised enhanced retirement benefits, only to have them taken away once the agency realized its error.
Workforce
'I Do Not Have Enough Agents,' a Border Chief Tells Congress
At contentious hearing, all sides largely agree the southwest border needs more federal resources.
Management
Biden Announces More Resources for the Border as He Aims to Further Restrict Illegal Crossings
The administration will also expand humanitarian programs, though staffing shortfalls could hurt implementation.
Oversight
After Substation Shooting, Federal Regulator Orders Review Of Security Standards
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ordered the North American Electric Reliability Corporation to review existing “physical security” rules for the components of the power system.
Management
Expected Migrant Increase to Put Already Strained Federal Border Resources to the Test
With the policy known as Title 42 coming to an end, the Biden administration is turning to employees already "stressed beyond anything they have ever experienced."
Management
House GOP Pledges to Prioritize More Border Personnel in New Congress
Republicans preview how they will address rising border crossings once they control the House.
Oversight
House Republicans Suggest Impeachment Proceedings Coming for Biden Cabinet Member
White House calls the announcement a "political stunt."
Workforce
DHS Is Deploying More Employees to the Border, and Some Are Growing Tired of It
Some deployments have become mandatory as the administration prepares for an expected uptick in work at the border.
Management
Republicans Applaud a Top DHS Official's Dismissal, But Say the Administration Shouldn't Stop There
The head of Customs and Border Protection resigned at the administration's request.
Management
Republicans Call for the Resignation of a Key DHS Official They Claim Is 'Unengaged'
The component chief is facing allegations of failing to engage with his agency and falling asleep during meetings.
Management
Federal Agencies Detail Their Priorities in Battling the Fentanyl Epidemic
Fentanyl seizures at the border have increased tenfold over the last three years.
Tech
New ‘More Flexible’ TSA Screening Systems Debut in Las Vegas
A collaboration between the TSA and Homeland’s Science & Technology Directorate yields compact baggage screening.
Management
Federal Agencies Are Ignoring Most Building Safety Concerns Flagged by DHS
Lawmakers raise concerns about the non-compliance in light of the recent uptick in threats against feds.
Workforce
Lawmakers Want to Know if the Biden Administration Needs More Money to Protect Feds
Amid rising threats, Democrats ask if DHS is doing enough to ensure federal employees are safe.
Management
Biden Administration at Odds With the IG Over the Scrutiny Afghans Received Before Entering the U.S.
DHS cannot be sure it properly screened the evacuees, the IG said, raising the possibility it admitted "criminals, suspected terrorists or other nefarious actors."
Workforce
'Stay Vigilant:' Agencies Issue Warnings, Take New Steps to Combat Wave of Threats Against Feds
The Biden administration is looking to protect feds as anti-government rhetoric heats up.
Oversight
GovExec Daily: The DHS Inspector General's Office Is Under Scrutiny
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss the scandals surrounding Joseph Cuffari.
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