Why did FEMA deny funding after explosion?
FEDERAL EYE | The agency this month denied an appeal for millions of dollars in additional aid to help West, Tex., recover from an April 17 fertilizer-plant explosion that killed 15 people and decimated some 37 blocks of homes, schools and businesses.
Defense of Marriage Act decision could expand rights for gay feds
But if law is overturned, some in same-sex marriages might not get full spousal benefits immediately.
Recent controversies hurt federal employees
The recent spate of controversies — revelations about the massive collection of electronic data by the National Security Agency, the Internal Revenue Service’s political targeting and conference scandals, and the seizure of Associated Press telephone records — undermines confidence in government.
Court indicates Labor Department went after whistleblower
A former employee gets $820,000 from the agency after a court ruling indicating unfair treatment.
Lew’s official signature a vast improvement
Looks like Treasury Secretary Jack Lew has been working on his penmanship.
Cicada canapes, anyone?
At an event at the Dutch Embassy, the menu is likely to bug you.
Senate steps up pace on judges
The often lumbering chamber has set a lively pace on approving judicial nominations.
Same-sex marriage isn’t waiting
for the Supreme Court to weigh in
HIGH COURT | Views are quickly changing across the country, but will that influence the justices’ ruling?
A chief justice not in the headlines sparks censorship controversy
College officials said student paper must get Supreme Court’s approval, though court says that’s not so.
Supreme Court’s usual teams change sides in some criminal cases
COLUMN | Justices are taking a deep look at Fourth Amendment’s protection against “unreasonable” searches.
In digital world, oversight of intelligence gathering is key
Intelligence community has layers of monitoring. But what do companies that have you information do?
Report urges different future role for military
Study’s authors urge reduced physical presence and greater cooperation in the years to come.
A little history on NSA activities
FINE PRINT | Looking back at rulings, debates over surveillance sheds light on current battles.
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Defense of Marriage Act decision could expand rights for gay feds
But if law is overturned, some in same-sex marriages might not get full spousal benefits immediately.
Lew’s official signature a vast improvement
Looks like Treasury Secretary Jack Lew has been working on his penmanship.
GSA nominee testifies before Senate panel
President Obama's choice to lead the agency testified Tuesday before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
Rep. Cummings releases a full IRS interview
The Democratic congressman said the interview "debunks conspiracy theories" about the IRS targeting controversy.
ICE director John Morton stepping down
Morton led the agency for four years after unanomous confirmation by the Senate.
Senate steps up pace on judges
The often lumbering chamber has set a lively pace on approving judicial nominations.
Hearing will examine 'reinventing government'
The hearing will pit leaders from the nation's largest federal-employee union against proponents of smaller government.
Building shared IT services for federal agencies located overseas
Claire Votaw, director of the State Department’s Project Services Office, heads an effort to consolidate redundant operations by providing shared IT services to federal agencies that operate alongside the diplomatic corps.
In digital world, oversight of intelligence gathering is key
Intelligence community has layers of monitoring. But what do companies that have you information do?
The politics of restrooms
The expansion of the Senate women’s room is a big deal indeed, anecdotal evidence suggests.
A spokesman’s script
A line in the DoD’s report on ‘Zero Dark Thirty’ shows a spokesman sticking to his lines.
ICE director stepping down in July
ICE director John Morton has headed ICE for more than four years.
Threats and attacks against public lands employees rise
Increase in danger partly attributed to use of lands for purposes related to illegal drugs.
States can’t add citizenship proof for vote registration, justices say
Justices strike down Arizona law that went beyond what federal law requires on voter registration.
Army exempts some training from hiring freeze
Employees who leave their jobs for developmental programs can be rehired.
A dangerous season
A rather morbid analysis says presidents are more likely to die in June and July.
Cummings challenges Issa on IRS transcripts
The top Democrat and Republican from the House oversight committee have sparred over the release of transcripts from a congressional investigation of the IRS targeting controversy.
Officials talk federal e-mail retention
After the Associated Press reported this month that some Obama Cabinet officials have used alternative e-mail accounts in addition to government addresses to conduct federal business, The Washington Post talked with the National Archives and Records Administration about it and what’s new in the world of electronic recordkeeping.
A batch of new diplomats
The White House nominates a slate of ambassadors that includes top Obama donors and career diplomats.
Classic rock fundraisers
Lawmakers plan money-making events for the Rolling Stones and Eagles shows.
Senate restrooms are power venue
Little did we know of the important conversations that go on in the ladies’ loos.
How did postal reform fail last year?
Examining the sticking points from last year's postal reform talks.
Recent controversies hurt federal employees
The recent spate of controversies — revelations about the massive collection of electronic data by the National Security Agency, the Internal Revenue Service’s political targeting and conference scandals, and the seizure of Associated Press telephone records — undermines confidence in government.
House leader proposes new bill to restructure Postal Service
Rep. Darrell Issa’s plan would allow the postal service to start five-day delivery.
Cabinet nominees left hanging
It’ll be a summer of waiting as some Obama picks wait for the Senate to act.
Trust Congress? Not so much.
The public’s confidence in Congress has dropped to a record low, according to a new Gallup poll.
They like Ike, but not his memorial
Lawmakers critical of the planned Eisenhower memorial advance a bill scrapping the Gehry design.
Issa proposes new legislation to restructure postal service
The chief House architect of a bill that failed to gain traction in the last Congress has drafted new legislation
Justices rule human genes can’t be patented
The high court’s decision on Myriad Genetics could profoundly affect the medical and biotechnology industries.
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