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Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has not fully addressed key tasks in the Risk Management Framework, leaving IT systems vulnerable.

DCSA failed to address several cyber-risk management steps and lacks proper oversight, raising the risks of data disclosure and alteration.

Musk's DOGE Accused of Seizing Sole Control of Essential Federal Databases

Elon Musk's aides locked federal employees out of critical computer systems, raising concerns over oversight and security.

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Horizontal and vertical mergers in major U.S. companies, like UnitedHealth, create cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Lack of oversight in healthcare cybersecurity contrasts with other sectors like banking.

Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has not fully addressed key tasks in the Risk Management Framework, leaving IT systems vulnerable.

DCSA failed to address several cyber-risk management steps and lacks proper oversight, raising the risks of data disclosure and alteration.

Musk's DOGE Accused of Seizing Sole Control of Essential Federal Databases

Elon Musk's aides locked federal employees out of critical computer systems, raising concerns over oversight and security.

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Horizontal and vertical mergers in major U.S. companies, like UnitedHealth, create cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Lack of oversight in healthcare cybersecurity contrasts with other sectors like banking.

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#trump-administration

Trump axes Democrats on intelligence and privacy oversight board

Trump administration targets oversight board members, affecting civil liberties monitoring.

Resignations could destabilize a critical oversight body amid surveillance law debates.

Opinion | Trump's Test of the Constitution

Trump's dismissal of inspectors general undermines government integrity and accountability.

The dismissals defy established legal requirements for termination notifications to Congress.

Trump fired government watchdogs en masse. Corruption and abuse are sure to follow

Trump dismissed independent watchdogs overseeing major environmental departments, compromising supervision and accountability in federal agencies.

JUST IN: GOP Judiciary Committee Chair Grassley Joins Democrat in Letter Protesting Firing of Inspectors General

Congress is demanding legal compliance from Trump regarding the firing of federal inspectors general.

Trump axes Democrats on intelligence and privacy oversight board

Trump administration targets oversight board members, affecting civil liberties monitoring.

Resignations could destabilize a critical oversight body amid surveillance law debates.

Opinion | Trump's Test of the Constitution

Trump's dismissal of inspectors general undermines government integrity and accountability.

The dismissals defy established legal requirements for termination notifications to Congress.

Trump fired government watchdogs en masse. Corruption and abuse are sure to follow

Trump dismissed independent watchdogs overseeing major environmental departments, compromising supervision and accountability in federal agencies.

JUST IN: GOP Judiciary Committee Chair Grassley Joins Democrat in Letter Protesting Firing of Inspectors General

Congress is demanding legal compliance from Trump regarding the firing of federal inspectors general.

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#ethics

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Warning about dangers of advanced AI due to lack of oversight and prioritization of financial gains by leading AI companies.

Alameda, Contra Costa counties seek applicants for Civil Grand Juries

Alameda and Contra Costa counties urge residents to join Civil Grand Juries to enhance oversight and ethical governance.

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Warning about dangers of advanced AI due to lack of oversight and prioritization of financial gains by leading AI companies.

Alameda, Contra Costa counties seek applicants for Civil Grand Juries

Alameda and Contra Costa counties urge residents to join Civil Grand Juries to enhance oversight and ethical governance.

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Crackdown on suppliers after firm made 13m on not-for-profit UK visa services

The Department for Education will enhance oversight on not-for-profit contracts to prevent hidden profits by suppliers.

#nypd

Exclusive | Adams cracks down on overtime for NYPD, FDNY and two other NYC agencies after alleged sex-for-OT police scandal

Mayor Adams seeks to control overtime abuses in key city departments after a scandal involving sexual misconduct.

AG James Announces Reforms to NYPD's Policing of Protests

The NYPD agreed to reforms in protest policing with Attorney General Letitia James and civil liberties organizations.

Reforms include a four-tiered response system, oversight role creation, and improved treatment of press.

Exclusive | Adams cracks down on overtime for NYPD, FDNY and two other NYC agencies after alleged sex-for-OT police scandal

Mayor Adams seeks to control overtime abuses in key city departments after a scandal involving sexual misconduct.

AG James Announces Reforms to NYPD's Policing of Protests

The NYPD agreed to reforms in protest policing with Attorney General Letitia James and civil liberties organizations.

Reforms include a four-tiered response system, oversight role creation, and improved treatment of press.

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If an Informant Narcs on a Riot But No FBI Agent Asks about It, Did It Really Happen? - emptywheel

The FBI failed to canvass field offices for intelligence on January 6, which was a crucial oversight in preventing the attack.

Canada: Spying part of 'unacceptable culture'

The drone-spying incident in Canadian soccer indicates a broader cultural issue and lack of oversight within the organization.

Silicon Valley Takes Artificial General Intelligence SeriouslyWashington Must Too

The development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is no longer a distant notion; it requires immediate oversight and intervention.

Homeless Shelter Execs Make Huge Salaries and Hire Family Members, DOI Report Finds

City-funded nonprofits face serious financial improprieties, prompting the Department of Homeless Services to take corrective action and terminate relationships with certain providers.

Delays in FPPC Investigations Can Leave Voters in the Dark about Campaign Finances

California's campaign oversight is slow, allowing violations to persist unnoticed, leading to potential corruption in public office.

LAPD rookie cops face hazing by shaved heads and other 'rites of passage,' report says

The LAPD's training culture for new recruits fosters hazing and fails to appropriately monitor training practices.

#education-department

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Education Department aims to increase oversight of online programs by collecting more data on distance education courses and student enrollment.

Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for oversight of MOHELA due to concerns about its management of student loans and potential contract termination.

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Education Department aims to increase oversight of online programs by collecting more data on distance education courses and student enrollment.

Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for oversight of MOHELA due to concerns about its management of student loans and potential contract termination.

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State court rules Austin must release files on police complaints. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Austin police are required to release officer complaint records to the civilian-led Office of Police Oversight, affirming transparency in policing matters.

#school-construction-authority

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

NYC School Construction Authority spent billions without proper oversight due to a vacancy in its board of trustees.

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Oversight is lacking in the NYC School Construction Authority, contravening legal requirements and exposing poor leadership.

The absence of a third trustee raises concerns over the legality of SCA operations.

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

NYC School Construction Authority spent billions without proper oversight due to a vacancy in its board of trustees.

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Oversight is lacking in the NYC School Construction Authority, contravening legal requirements and exposing poor leadership.

The absence of a third trustee raises concerns over the legality of SCA operations.

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Whistle-Blower Groups Push to End Secret Seizure of Congressional Communications

The Justice Department's secret collection of congressional aides' communications threatens whistle-blower protections and Congress's oversight capabilities.

VA should offer more support for Veterans Crisis Line personnel, watchdog says

The Veterans Crisis Line needs to improve oversight of responders despite successfully implementing the 988 crisis hotline.

House Oversight Committee: Biden Committed Impeachable Offenses

The House Committee's report claims evidence of impeachable conduct by President Biden regarding financial improprieties involving his family and obstruction of justice.

#new-york-city

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

The City of New York spent taxpayer funds on vacant hotel rooms for asylum seekers, highlighting a lack of oversight in a migrant-services contract.

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

The need for better regulation and oversight of hotels to prevent criminal activity.

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

The City of New York spent taxpayer funds on vacant hotel rooms for asylum seekers, highlighting a lack of oversight in a migrant-services contract.

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

The need for better regulation and oversight of hotels to prevent criminal activity.

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#security-measures

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Lawmakers frustrated with Secret Service Director during House Committee hearing.

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

Federal investigators are examining if the assassin scoped out the area before attacking President Trump, raising questions about security measures and potential oversight.

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Lawmakers frustrated with Secret Service Director during House Committee hearing.

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

Federal investigators are examining if the assassin scoped out the area before attacking President Trump, raising questions about security measures and potential oversight.

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#legislation

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

The New York City Council is proposing a bill to expand oversight of mayoral appointees, sparking a power struggle with Mayor Eric Adams.

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

City Council Speaker pushing for expanded oversight of mayoral appointments.

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

The New York City Council is proposing a bill to expand oversight of mayoral appointees, sparking a power struggle with Mayor Eric Adams.

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

City Council Speaker pushing for expanded oversight of mayoral appointments.

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Gavin Newsom pushes homeless funding accountability, wants more low income housing in cities

Newsom emphasizes accountability in homelessness funding, plans to ensure effectiveness through oversight and potential legal actions.

Borenstein: $12.8 billion San Jose BART extension plan should be scrutinized. Here's how.

Elected officials are facing a decision on whether to evaluate or blindly proceed with the South Bay BART extension despite doubling costs and delays.

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority requires more funding for the project, potentially impacting other transportation initiatives.

Accreditors may have to set student achievement benchmarks

Accreditors may set student achievement benchmarks

Proposed changes could shift oversight of colleges

#city-council

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

A City Council vote passed an advice and consent bill, causing tensions with Mayor Eric Adams. Council Member accused a top aide of perjury.

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

City Council Speaker proposes boosting oversight of City Hall

City Council plans to conduct performance evaluations of city agencies

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

A City Council vote passed an advice and consent bill, causing tensions with Mayor Eric Adams. Council Member accused a top aide of perjury.

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

City Council Speaker proposes boosting oversight of City Hall

City Council plans to conduct performance evaluations of city agencies

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Post Office 'secrecy must end' says Labour

Faith in the government is at risk due to scandals

Issues with Post Office highlight need for oversight

Gov. Hochul has no excuse for resorting to shady budget tricks

Gov. Hochul's proposed budget excludes billions in state outlays from oversight, raising concerns about lack of transparency and accountability.

Comptroller DiNapoli raises alarms about Hochul's potential $3.3 billion 'pay-to-play pot of money' and restrictions on oversight, urging debt reform.

Air Canada ordered to pay customer who was misled by airline's chatbot

Air Canada ordered to pay compensation for misleading customer with chatbot

Case raises questions about oversight of chatbot tools

What Boards of Public Companies Can Learn from Private Equity

Public company boards are focused on oversight, while private equity boards are more hands-on.

Public company boards have become more diverse, focused on risk management, and attentive to environmental impacts.

After I-10 fire, Caltrans finds more hazards under freeways, recommends revamp of leases

Propane tanks, flammable liquids, faulty wiring, combustible material, and pallet stacks were found to pose hazards at Caltrans-leased properties under and next to freeways.

The findings raise questions about the oversight of Caltrans' airspace leasing program, which leases out properties under and around freeways across the state.

Audit Finds Fatal Lapses in Mental Health Program Meant to Curb Violence

New York State's mental health program, Kendra's Law, has been found to have poor oversight and bureaucratic delays, leading to preventable injuries and deaths.

The program sometimes took too long to connect people to psychiatric care, resulting in missed follow-up meetings and even arrests.

The audit found that the program was generally effective in connecting people with care, but improvements are needed to reduce delays and communication breakdowns.

Report: University of California lacks online-course transparency

The University of California system requires more oversight and transparency in their partnerships with online program management firms.

F.A.A. Administrator Says Previous Oversight of Boeing Was Too Hands-Off'

The FAA admitted failures in oversight of Boeing, now implementing more hands-on approach with in-person inspections and close monitoring of safety improvements.

Wounded pigs and dehydrated ducks: Questions arise about how the Agriculture Department treats its animals

The USDA is facing criticism for mistreatment of animals in its labs.

#oversight#oversight

Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

Musk's DOGE Accused of Seizing Sole Control of Essential Federal Databases

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

Musk's DOGE Accused of Seizing Sole Control of Essential Federal Databases

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Trump axes Democrats on intelligence and privacy oversight board

Opinion | Trump's Test of the Constitution

Trump fired government watchdogs en masse. Corruption and abuse are sure to follow

JUST IN: GOP Judiciary Committee Chair Grassley Joins Democrat in Letter Protesting Firing of Inspectors General

Trump axes Democrats on intelligence and privacy oversight board

Opinion | Trump's Test of the Constitution

Trump fired government watchdogs en masse. Corruption and abuse are sure to follow

JUST IN: GOP Judiciary Committee Chair Grassley Joins Democrat in Letter Protesting Firing of Inspectors General

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Alameda, Contra Costa counties seek applicants for Civil Grand Juries

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Alameda, Contra Costa counties seek applicants for Civil Grand Juries

Crackdown on suppliers after firm made 13m on not-for-profit UK visa services

Exclusive | Adams cracks down on overtime for NYPD, FDNY and two other NYC agencies after alleged sex-for-OT police scandal

AG James Announces Reforms to NYPD's Policing of Protests

Exclusive | Adams cracks down on overtime for NYPD, FDNY and two other NYC agencies after alleged sex-for-OT police scandal

AG James Announces Reforms to NYPD's Policing of Protests

If an Informant Narcs on a Riot But No FBI Agent Asks about It, Did It Really Happen? - emptywheel

Canada: Spying part of 'unacceptable culture'

Silicon Valley Takes Artificial General Intelligence SeriouslyWashington Must Too

Homeless Shelter Execs Make Huge Salaries and Hire Family Members, DOI Report Finds

Delays in FPPC Investigations Can Leave Voters in the Dark about Campaign Finances

LAPD rookie cops face hazing by shaved heads and other 'rites of passage,' report says

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

State court rules Austin must release files on police complaints. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Whistle-Blower Groups Push to End Secret Seizure of Congressional Communications

VA should offer more support for Veterans Crisis Line personnel, watchdog says

House Oversight Committee: Biden Committed Impeachable Offenses

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

Gavin Newsom pushes homeless funding accountability, wants more low income housing in cities

Borenstein: $12.8 billion San Jose BART extension plan should be scrutinized. Here's how.

Accreditors may have to set student achievement benchmarks

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

Post Office 'secrecy must end' says Labour

Gov. Hochul has no excuse for resorting to shady budget tricks

Air Canada ordered to pay customer who was misled by airline's chatbot

What Boards of Public Companies Can Learn from Private Equity

After I-10 fire, Caltrans finds more hazards under freeways, recommends revamp of leases

Audit Finds Fatal Lapses in Mental Health Program Meant to Curb Violence

Report: University of California lacks online-course transparency

F.A.A. Administrator Says Previous Oversight of Boeing Was Too Hands-Off'

Wounded pigs and dehydrated ducks: Questions arise about how the Agriculture Department treats its animals

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