Defense
Covert tests reveal airport screening failures
New report finds problems with most aspects of passenger and baggage screening, but says the Transportation Security Administration is working to make improvements.
Defense
TSA issues draft order to airlines for passenger records
Airline officials and the public have 30 days to respond, after which TSA plans to begin testing new passenger prescreening program.
Defense
Border agency retreats on employee political activities
Spokesman says supervisor “mistakenly told employees” they had to clear volunteer political activities on their own time with higher-ups.
Defense
CIA refuses to release historical budget data
Agency officials say disclosure of budget information might jeopardize U.S. intelligence sources and methods.
Defense
House lawmakers target billions for public transportation security
New legislation would require more cooperation and planning between the Homeland Security and Transportation departments to protect transit systems.
News
Lawmakers question policy on transportation security information
Recent events spur interest in reviewing how DHS and TSA apply the “sensitive security information” designation.
Defense
Policy leaders offer advice for tackling security clearance backlog
Officials agree reform is needed, but differ over where power should reside.
Defense
9/11 investigation spawns whistleblower movement
A group of 25 former and current federal employees lodges charges of mismanagement and corruption.
Defense
Whistleblowers urge workers to disclose classified information
New legal support network established to protect federal employees who come forward with information.
Defense
FBI, CIA directors oppose aspects of intelligence reform
Creation of national intelligence director appears inevitable, but debate focuses on scope of power the new position will hold.
Defense
Senators introduce sweeping 9/11 legislation
Omnibus package encompasses every recommendation made by the panel investigating the Sept. 11 attacks.
Defense
TSA to debut revised pre-screening program early next year
New system aims to address privacy concerns raised by controversial CAPPS II effort.
Defense
Border agency kicks off courtesy training
'Gentler, kinder' training program for customs and border personnel a waste of resources, labor unions say.
Defense
9/11 commissioner: Threat of airplane suicide bombing has increased
TSA chief says agency is close to rolling out a passenger screening system and a comprehensive strategic plan.
Defense
Agencies misuse classification authority, managers say
Officials tell lawmakers that at least 50 percent of all classified documents should be made public.
Defense
Lawmakers seek incentives to reduce classification of information
Hearing on 9/11 panel recommendation will examine how excessive secrecy impedes information-sharing.
Defense
Border and customs officials cite low morale, security gaps
Union releases survey of 500 Border Patrol agents and Customs and Border Protection officers.
Defense
Lawmaker questions demise of government technology task force
The task force was disbanded in January despite having a lengthy research agenda, dedicated staff and budget to carry its work through 2004.
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