Management

Biden Under Pressure to Appoint First Native American to Head Interior Department

Many tribal leaders, environmental groups and progressive activists are urging the president-elect to nominate New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland as secretary of the department.

Oversight

GovExec Daily: The CR and the Possibility of a Shutdown

Eric Katz joins the podcast to discuss the negotiations in Congress before funding runs out.

Management

Transition Roundup: Hearing Examines Transition Improvements; Biden Announces More Personnel Picks

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Oversight

Efforts to Stop Trump’s Border Wall Construction Could Extend Long Past Inauguration Day

President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration next month will mark a change in border policies, but the litigation over Donald Trump’s border wall could continue, wall opponents say.

Management

Advocacy Group Urges Biden to ‘Clean House’ at Social Security, Lessen Impact of Payroll Tax Deferral

Under a proposal floated by the organization Social Security Works, federal employees would have twice as long next year to pay back the payroll taxes they were forced to defer by the Trump administration.

Workforce

Incoming Biden Officials Praise Career Federal Workers

Nominees' new tone marks contrast from the often adversarial relationship between Trump administration and career feds.

Management

Lead Like Leo: Lessons From ‘The West Wing’

Those taking the reins in Washington could benefit from binge-watching the classic political drama.

Management

Biden’s Special Counsel Problem

Attorney General William Barr directed U.S. Attorney John Durham to investigate the FBI’s investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election. What it means and how we got here.

Management

Biden’s Pick for CDC Director Hailed for Gender Equity Commitment

Rochelle Walensky, who heads the infectious disease unit at Massachusetts General Hospital, will shape how the government distributes coronavirus vaccines.

Defense

Biden Selects Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin for Defense Secretary, Reportedly

Austin, the last commander of the Iraq War, would be the nation's first Black defense secretary.

Management

GovExec Daily: What Federal Execs Can Expect During the Transition

National Academy of Public Administration Fellow Sallyanne Harper joins the podcast to discuss what her life was as a senior official during a transition… and what others can expect during this transition.

Management

Transition Roundup: Biden Announces Health Team; Transition Challenges at the Pentagon 

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

Biden Will Issue Mask Mandate for Federal Buildings

The president-elect will also encourage universal mask wearing for his first 100 days.

Management

Senators Raise Concerns Over Burrowing In, Other 'Midnight' Activities at VA

Rushed policies and hiring decisions "should be left to the incoming administration," lawmakers say.

Management

Transition Roundup: Biden Asks Fauci to Stay; USAID Watchdog Probes Possible Records Violation

There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.

Management

While Biden’s Cabinet Is Important, Watch the Sub-Cabinet

The skills and background needed for managerial positions are significantly different than those for policy positions.