Defense

Zika Emergency Funding Can’t Wait, White House Tells Congress

Sitting on the administration's $1.9 billion emergency request is “playing with fire,” budget director says.

Management

Politicians’ Angry Rhetoric Harms Feds, Panelists Say

True accountability involves transparency and data analytics that move agencies from merely tracking spending to preventing misuse of funds in advance.

Management

Trump Wants Feds to Sign Nondisclosure Agreements

The GOP front runner wants to put an end to kiss and tell memoirs by former government employees.

Oversight

Whistleblower Protection Agency Looks to Clean Up Its Own Backyard

Office of Special Counsel to rate managers on whether they foster an environment that encourages disclosures and prevents retaliation.

Management

IRS Crowdsources Future of the Taxpayer Experience

Designers, developers will reimagine future John Q. Public’s interaction with agency.

Management

As Clock Ticks, Appointees Try to Keep Career Feds Focused on Obama's Goals

With under 10 months to go in the Obama administration, agency leaders insist it's full speed ahead.

Management

OMB Creates Inter-Agency Customer Service Council

The council will help achieve cross-agency goals, where progress has been made on open data and energy efficiency.

Oversight

Fed by Day, Political Candidate by Night?

Special Counsel files Hatch Act complaints against NOAA and Postal Service moonlighters.

Defense

Pentagon Exec Used Subordinates as His Personal Chauffeur, IG Finds

Rides to airport and building escort duty violated rules and demeaned underlings, IG said.

Management

Why FOIA Obligations Don't Apply to Congress

Bar Association attorney says it's not because lawmakers are protecting themselves.

Management

Young People Aren't Signing Up to Work for the IRS

Commissioner says agency needs more young workers in the pipeline to avoid leadership gaps.

Management

GSA Touts Role in Helping Develop D.C.’s Southeast Quadrant

Administrator joins mayor and delegate to open mixed-use apartment project in Navy Yard area.

Management

Ensuring America’s Iconic National Parks Survive the Next 100 Years

In its centennial year, the Parks Service celebrates its legacy, while grappling with issues ranging from maintenance backlogs to trademark battles.

Oversight

Clash Over Defense Secretary’s Personal Email Continues

House lawmaker's subpoena threat comes after three months of waiting for Carter's response.

Management

Agencies Discover the Limits of a U.K. Procurement Model

Category management offers promise for streamlining procurement, but that could take another decade.