Defense
Nonprofits continue move to overturn federal terrorist-screening rule
Government issues guidance on how organizations are expected to comply with anti-terrorism regulation.
Defense
Tenet warns of terrorists combining physical, telecommunications attacks
Former CIA director calls for Internet and network safeguards and information sharing.
Defense
9/11 commissioners: Presidential directives no substitute for intelligence reform law
Panel members make final push to pass sweeping intelligence overhaul before Congress ends term.
Defense
Unions call homeland security directive unconstitutional
Lawsuit threatened unless DHS withdraws directive and stops making workers sign nondisclosure agreements.
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Bush orders CIA, FBI to boost hiring
The CIA must increase employment in key positions by 50 percent, while the FBI must create a specialized intelligence workforce.
Defense
Report raises questions about realignment of overseas bases
Issues that Congress may take up include costs and impact on the domestic base-closure process.
Defense
TSA to brief Congress on using commercial data for passenger screening
ACLU throws curveball at airline screening program by highlighting strict congressional requirements.
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Hiring freeze, spending restrictions take toll on Homeland security bureau
Immigration and Customs Enforcement bureau will keep limits in place indefinitely, spokesman says.
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Airport security contractors want government protection against lawsuits
The number and type of companies that seek airport screening contracts could be drastically affected by government’s decision.
Defense
TSA lifts restrictions on using private airport screeners
Union lobbies hard to convince airports to keep federal screeners.
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GAO: Postal Service needs comprehensive plan for physical security
While security has improved at many sites, agency lacks solutions for core centers, auditors say.
Defense
Military personnel punished for refusing anthrax vaccine seek compensation
In response to recent court ruling, affected service members are preparing to petition the Pentagon to have their records cleared.
News
Groups challenge terrorist-screening rule in federal charity campaign
Under new Combined Federal Campaign requirements, nonprofits must certify they don't support terrorist organizations.
Defense
Effort to realign military bases abroad seen as short-sighted
Officials say effort to restructure network of overseas facilities is driven by short-term needs.
Defense
Report: Homeland bureau successfully takes on immigration enforcement
Immigration and Customs Enforcement bureau has taken on core jobs previously performed by the Immigration and Naturalization Service, but still faces staffing and budgeting challenges.
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HHS plans to buy disputed anthrax vaccine for civilian use
Federal judge ordered FDA to reevaluate vaccine.
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House Democrats criticize rail security efforts in nation’s capital
Lawmakers question whether DHS is doing enough to keep Washington, D.C., safe from hazardous rail shipments.
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Homeland Security division seeks to begin hiring after restructuring
In their new home at Customs and Border Protection bureau, officials at Air and Marine Operations division craft strategy to add staff.
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Airport screeners allege discrimination in recertification tests
Confusion over medical standards leads to charges of bias against workers with disabilities.
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