Policy
Lawmakers Expect a Stopgap Spending Measure to Avoid an October Shutdown
For the first time in decades, the Senate hasn’t marked up a single appropriations bill in subcommittee, a Democratic aide said.
Policy
State Dept. IG: Hiring Freeze Hurt Border Security, Counterterrorism, and Other Priorities
Imposed by Rex Tillerson soon after Trump took office, the 16-month freeze crushed morale and hindered operations, the inspector general found.
Policy
White House Pauses Some Diplomatic Spending
The move could provide a path for OMB to circumvent spending levels spelled out by Congress.
Policy
Warren Vows to Double the Number of Career Diplomats at State
Democratic candidate calls for massive overhaul to the State Department and how it manages its employees.
Policy
New VA Whistleblower Protection Office Is Under Investigation for Retaliating Against Whistleblowers
"You don’t want to come forward," one whistleblower said. "People are afraid."
Policy
Trump Removes Top DHS Staff
The slew of departures, apparently without plan or precedent, drew bipartisan criticism on Capitol Hill.
Threats
One in Five TSA Screeners Quits Within Six Months
TSA administrator says low pay is to blame and promises new compensation system soon.
Policy
Lawmakers Say They Have an Agreement to Avoid a 2nd Shutdown
They offered no details on the deal "in principle," but said they hoped to finalize it quickly.
Policy
The Cost of Trump’s Insistence on Border Wall: $3B in Economic Damage
The immediate hit to the economy is $11 billion in lost productivity, much of which will be recouped later this year, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
Policy
Trump Announces Deal to End Longest-Ever Shutdown — For Now
Congress is expected to quickly pass a new stopgap spending measure to reopen the government through Feb. 15.
Policy
It's Official: Furloughed Feds Will Receive Back Pay Once the Shutdown Ends
Bill signed into law on Wednesday also will ensure retroactive compensation for furloughed feds in future shutdowns.
Policy
Poll: Nearly Three-Quarters of Federal Workers Oppose Shutdown, Majority Oppose Wall
One-in-three feds think the shutdown will drag on for more than three additional months.
Policy
In Primetime Addresses, Trump and Democrats Show No Progress Toward Ending Shutdown
Both sides highlight federal employees, but for very different reasons.
Policy
GOP Lawmakers: Shutdown Could Last for Weeks
Trump summoned House and Senate leaders to the White House but failed to persuade them to fund the border wall.
Business
Civilians Are Cheaper Than Contractors for Most Defense Jobs, Internal Report Finds
Contractors are particularly more expensive in the capital and Southeastern regions, according to a report obtained exclusively by Government Executive.
Ideas
'I Am Proud to Shut Down the Government,' Trump Says During Fight with Democrats
The president made his position clear, saying he will “take the blame” if some federal agencies close.
Policy
UPDATED: See Who Gets Sent Home in a Shutdown
Some agencies would furlough virtually everyone, while others would remain completely open if there is a lapse in appropriations.
Policy
Just One in Six Feds Say They’re Excited to Implement Trump's Agenda
Most federal employees report feeling disrespected by the president; many say they will leave federal service soon.
Policy
Trump Administration Seeks Outside Help to Hire 26,000 New Immigration Enforcement Personnel
CBP just awarded a separate $300 million contract for Border Patrol hiring assistance.
Policy
Pentagon Unleashes 1,200 Auditors for Unprecedented Financial Review
After decades of false starts, the Defense Department aims to issue its first audit report in November 2018.
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