DOGE's Misplaced War on Software LicensesGovernment agencies can save costs by purchasing software licenses on behalf of contractors, but face issues with underutilization and wasteful spending.
Anti-trans headers placed on websites judge ordered Trump to restoreThe Trump administration reinstated web pages with vital information for trans people but added misleading disclaimers rejecting gender ideology.
Trump to sign order making English the official language of the United StatesTrump aims to make English the official language of the U.S. through an executive order, marking a historical first.
The Public-Health Brain Drain Is HereThe Trump administration is significantly reducing personnel at health agencies, impacting continuity and operations.
The Trump Administration Is Going After Our Elections TooThe Trump administration's actions threaten the integrity of election security in the U.S. by stripping critical resources and personnel.
Elon Musk's Takeover Is Being Aided by a Trumpworld Power CoupleMusk's recent actions are closely aligned with Stephen Miller's influence in the administration, indicating a significant partnership.
These are the job responsibilities of DOGE staff embedded in federal agencies, according to TrumpTrump's executive order enhances DOGE's authority to oversee federal spending and efficiency.
Anti-trans headers placed on websites judge ordered Trump to restoreThe Trump administration reinstated web pages with vital information for trans people but added misleading disclaimers rejecting gender ideology.
Trump to sign order making English the official language of the United StatesTrump aims to make English the official language of the U.S. through an executive order, marking a historical first.
The Public-Health Brain Drain Is HereThe Trump administration is significantly reducing personnel at health agencies, impacting continuity and operations.
The Trump Administration Is Going After Our Elections TooThe Trump administration's actions threaten the integrity of election security in the U.S. by stripping critical resources and personnel.
Elon Musk's Takeover Is Being Aided by a Trumpworld Power CoupleMusk's recent actions are closely aligned with Stephen Miller's influence in the administration, indicating a significant partnership.
These are the job responsibilities of DOGE staff embedded in federal agencies, according to TrumpTrump's executive order enhances DOGE's authority to oversee federal spending and efficiency.
Musk, DOGE, and the AI-fueled Plot to Fire EverybodyDOGE represents both a serious government initiative and an ironic meme, reflecting mixed public sentiments.Public perception of Musk's influence is largely negative, highlighting concerns over government efficiency efforts.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take OverFear and uncertainty affect federal employees as Elon Musk's representatives disrupt agency operations.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Elon Musk is barreling into government with DOGE, raising unusual legal questionsElon Musk's DOGE campaign aims to overhaul U.S. federal agencies, promising efficiency and reduced bureaucracy.
USPTO Facing Additional Cuts: What's Core vs. ExpendableThe USPTO's operational stability is threatened by the new efficiency directive, with potential reductions impacting patent processing and examination quality.
Judge Questions Constitutionality of Musk's DOGE OperationThe Trump administration's setup of the U.S. DOGE Service may clash with constitutional provisions regarding federal agency leadership.
Musk, DOGE, and the AI-fueled Plot to Fire EverybodyDOGE represents both a serious government initiative and an ironic meme, reflecting mixed public sentiments.Public perception of Musk's influence is largely negative, highlighting concerns over government efficiency efforts.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take OverFear and uncertainty affect federal employees as Elon Musk's representatives disrupt agency operations.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Elon Musk is barreling into government with DOGE, raising unusual legal questionsElon Musk's DOGE campaign aims to overhaul U.S. federal agencies, promising efficiency and reduced bureaucracy.
USPTO Facing Additional Cuts: What's Core vs. ExpendableThe USPTO's operational stability is threatened by the new efficiency directive, with potential reductions impacting patent processing and examination quality.
Judge Questions Constitutionality of Musk's DOGE OperationThe Trump administration's setup of the U.S. DOGE Service may clash with constitutional provisions regarding federal agency leadership.
Report: DOGE gains access to confidential HUD recordsDOGE's access to sensitive housing discrimination records has sparked significant privacy concerns and legal challenges.
Federal board orders government to reinstate six workers fired by TrumpThe MSPB temporarily reinstated six fired federal employees amid concerns of improper terminations.
The Collision Between Elon Musk, Lawmakers, and the CourtsElon Musk's actions toward federal agencies may be veering into illegal territory as concerns grow among officials.
Trump administration backs off requiring response to "What did you do last week?" emailFederal agencies exhibit confusion over compliance with Musk's directive on employee accomplishments, with contradicting guidance and varying responses.
Trump and Musk's moves to ax USAID are 'flatly illegal,' experts say. It doesn't mean it won't happen.Musk's attempts to dismantle USAID are illegal as they lack congressional approval.
You're Out of Order!' House Hearing Descends Into Chaos After GOP Blocks Dems From Subpoenaing Elon MuskDemocrats faced chaos in a hearing over efforts to subpoena Elon Musk for actions affecting federal agencies.
Trump predicts billions' of dollars of Pentagon fraud in Fox News interviewTrump anticipates Elon Musk will uncover fraud and abuse within government agencies, suggesting a push for efficiency reforms.
The US Government Is Not a StartupMusk's zero-based budgeting approach aims to reshape government spending but poses risks of inefficiency and secretive decision-making.
The Collision Between Elon Musk, Lawmakers, and the CourtsElon Musk's actions toward federal agencies may be veering into illegal territory as concerns grow among officials.
Trump administration backs off requiring response to "What did you do last week?" emailFederal agencies exhibit confusion over compliance with Musk's directive on employee accomplishments, with contradicting guidance and varying responses.
Trump and Musk's moves to ax USAID are 'flatly illegal,' experts say. It doesn't mean it won't happen.Musk's attempts to dismantle USAID are illegal as they lack congressional approval.
You're Out of Order!' House Hearing Descends Into Chaos After GOP Blocks Dems From Subpoenaing Elon MuskDemocrats faced chaos in a hearing over efforts to subpoena Elon Musk for actions affecting federal agencies.
Trump predicts billions' of dollars of Pentagon fraud in Fox News interviewTrump anticipates Elon Musk will uncover fraud and abuse within government agencies, suggesting a push for efficiency reforms.
The US Government Is Not a StartupMusk's zero-based budgeting approach aims to reshape government spending but poses risks of inefficiency and secretive decision-making.
DOGE asked federal workers to detail their productivity. These are the agencies tapping the brakes on that request.Federal agencies are not mandating responses to the OPM's email about weekly accomplishments.
Trump's Executive Orders Build Toward Dictatorial "Unitary Executive" PowerTrump's executive orders signify a significant expansion of presidential power and raise constitutional concerns.
From weather apps to taxes: the trickle-down effects of Trump's federal worker firingsFederal agency layoffs threaten public safety and service delivery in critical areas like food safety, aviation, national parks, and healthcare.
Mobile solutions are here to stay, here's how agencies can optimize device managementInadequate mobile device management poses serious cybersecurity threats, a concern highlighted by a recent report on missing devices.
Spouses of Military Personnel, Overseas Foreign Service Exempted from Return-to-Office DirectiveRemote work arrangements for military and Foreign Service spouses are to be continued as exceptions to return-to-office directives.
Mobile solutions are here to stay, here's how agencies can optimize device managementInadequate mobile device management poses serious cybersecurity threats, a concern highlighted by a recent report on missing devices.
Spouses of Military Personnel, Overseas Foreign Service Exempted from Return-to-Office DirectiveRemote work arrangements for military and Foreign Service spouses are to be continued as exceptions to return-to-office directives.
Most D.C.-area schools closed Wednesday because of winter stormD.C.-area school systems are closed due to a severe winter storm.
Musk's "move fast, break things" ethos threatens U.S. security, experts warnMusk's team reportedly faces scrutiny over qualifications, raising potential national security risks, especially involving sensitive federal systems.
CISA Mandates Cloud Security for Federal Agencies by 2025 Under Binding Directive 25-01CISA's BOD 25-01 mandates federal agencies to secure cloud environments and adopt secure configuration standards.
CISA orders federal agencies to secure Microsoft cloud systems after 'recent' intrusionsFederal civilian agencies must enhance the security of their Microsoft cloud systems following recent cyber incidents.
Agencies look to automation software to usher in next phase of post-quantum securityFederal agencies are preparing for quantum threats by integrating automated cryptography software into legacy systems, initiating migration to post-quantum standards.
CISA issues new directive to bolster cloud security - and Microsoft was singled outCISA's new directive enhances cloud security for federal agencies by setting specific baselines and reducing vulnerabilities.
CISA orders federal agencies to secure their cloud environmentsFederal agencies must enhance cloud security under CISA's SCuBA initiative to prevent hacking.The directive follows the SolarWinds incident and aims for a consistent security approach.
Musk's "move fast, break things" ethos threatens U.S. security, experts warnMusk's team reportedly faces scrutiny over qualifications, raising potential national security risks, especially involving sensitive federal systems.
CISA Mandates Cloud Security for Federal Agencies by 2025 Under Binding Directive 25-01CISA's BOD 25-01 mandates federal agencies to secure cloud environments and adopt secure configuration standards.
CISA orders federal agencies to secure Microsoft cloud systems after 'recent' intrusionsFederal civilian agencies must enhance the security of their Microsoft cloud systems following recent cyber incidents.
Agencies look to automation software to usher in next phase of post-quantum securityFederal agencies are preparing for quantum threats by integrating automated cryptography software into legacy systems, initiating migration to post-quantum standards.
CISA issues new directive to bolster cloud security - and Microsoft was singled outCISA's new directive enhances cloud security for federal agencies by setting specific baselines and reducing vulnerabilities.
CISA orders federal agencies to secure their cloud environmentsFederal agencies must enhance cloud security under CISA's SCuBA initiative to prevent hacking.The directive follows the SolarWinds incident and aims for a consistent security approach.
Solving the cloud cost equationAgencies must understand cloud pricing intricacies to optimize costs and secure maximum value.
Travel, grant and funding cuts stifling' US health agencies in new Trump eraUS health agency employees face severe travel and communication restrictions that hamper critical public health work.
All federal agencies ordered to terminate remote work-ideally within 30 daysFederal remote work policies should prioritize performance metrics over employee preferences to enhance productivity and support agency missions.
Trump Pardons Former DC Cops, RFK Moderates on Vaccines, and We Found Great Dosas at a Cake Shop in Herndon - WashingtonianPresident Trump's recent actions include addressing world leaders remotely and granting clemency to DC cops linked to a controversial case.
Trump revokes Biden's order for federal agencies to promote voter registrationTrump revoked Biden's executive order promoting voter registration, alleging overreach and bias towards Democrats, despite evidence to the contrary.
Trump Pardons Former DC Cops, RFK Moderates on Vaccines, and We Found Great Dosas at a Cake Shop in Herndon - WashingtonianPresident Trump's recent actions include addressing world leaders remotely and granting clemency to DC cops linked to a controversial case.
Trump revokes Biden's order for federal agencies to promote voter registrationTrump revoked Biden's executive order promoting voter registration, alleging overreach and bias towards Democrats, despite evidence to the contrary.
Agencies report over 1,700 AI use casesAgencies submitted over 1,700 AI use cases to promote transparency and safety in deployment, highlighting increased use and documentation across the federal government.
VA accounts for majority of all agencies' safety- and rights-impacting AIThe VA leads among federal agencies in adopting safety- and rights-impacting AI technologies.
HHS' 2024 AI use case inventory shows move toward internal chatbotsHHS has the largest inventory of AI use cases among federal agencies, reflecting a 66% increase from 2023.
Agencies report over 1,700 AI use casesAgencies submitted over 1,700 AI use cases to promote transparency and safety in deployment, highlighting increased use and documentation across the federal government.
VA accounts for majority of all agencies' safety- and rights-impacting AIThe VA leads among federal agencies in adopting safety- and rights-impacting AI technologies.
HHS' 2024 AI use case inventory shows move toward internal chatbotsHHS has the largest inventory of AI use cases among federal agencies, reflecting a 66% increase from 2023.
US government goes atomic as datacenter power crisis loomsConstellation Energy has secured over $1 billion in contracts to supply nuclear power to federal agencies, emphasizing the changing perception of nuclear energy's role in sustainability.
Biden to close federal agencies Jan. 9 for Carter day of mourningBiden honors Jimmy Carter by closing federal agencies on January 9, 2024, for a day of remembrance and reflection.
The Supreme Court decisions that gutted environmental protections in 2024 - High Country NewsSupreme Court decisions are undermining federal agencies' ability to regulate pollution and combat climate change.
The Supreme Court Gutted Environmental Protections in 2024The Supreme Court's recent decisions are limiting federal agencies' power to regulate pollution and address climate change.
The Supreme Court decisions that gutted environmental protections in 2024 - High Country NewsSupreme Court decisions are undermining federal agencies' ability to regulate pollution and combat climate change.
The Supreme Court Gutted Environmental Protections in 2024The Supreme Court's recent decisions are limiting federal agencies' power to regulate pollution and address climate change.
The government's COVID con gave us a million American casketsFederal agencies suppressed evidence suggesting COVID's lab origins, prioritizing political narratives over scientific facts.
Breaking data silos to achieve AI readinessAI's effectiveness in federal agencies relies on the elimination of data silos for cohesive data usage.
History Shows Big Changes in Big Government' Are Hard to AchieveEfforts to significantly reduce government size often fail due to entrenched bureaucracy.
See which federal workers would be affected if a spending bill doesn't pass.A government shutdown would significantly affect over two million federal workers, many working without pay and others being furloughed.
The Problem With the Government's Pansexual Pride Day PostFederal agencies should communicate in accessible language to ensure understanding among the general public.