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Trump's DHS Manipulated Report on Russian Election Interference, Watchdog Says
A 2020 report to state and local governments was delayed and altered, a new IG report finds.
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The Homeland Security Department Has a Playbook for the Super Bowl
More than 500 DHS personnel are providing support for this year’s game.
Policy
Judge Suspends White House's Vaccine Mandate for Contractors
Following last week's preliminary injunction for three states, the temporary move throws Biden's entire executive order into question.
Policy
As Pentagon Fails 4th Audit, Officials Have ‘No Doubt’ It Will Eventually Pass
The inspector general and independent public accounting firms conducted this year's audit of DoD's $3.2 trillion in assets and $3 trillion in liabilities.
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Federal Contractors Must Show Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination by Dec. 8
Companies doing business with the federal government must name a person to coordinate implementation and compliance with the vaccine mandate for covered employees.
Business
Tell Us Why Small Businesses Can't Get Contracts, Pentagon Asks
The department has met its goals in that area, but is looking to do even better.
Policy
‘All the Signs Have Been There’ Predicting Afghan Security Force Collapse, IG Says
For more than a decade, the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction has been warning about “ghost soldiers” and corruption to anyone willing to pay attention.
Policy
VA Mandates Vaccines for Health Care Workers
“It’s the best way to keep veterans safe, especially as the Delta variant spreads across the country,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough.
Policy
DHS Cancels Two Border Wall Contracts
These are the first cancellations under DHS's month-old plan for unobligated border wall funds.
Policy
Biden Administration Cancels Border Contracts, Returns Funds to Pentagon
The administration is also looking to repair damage in border communities.
Policy
Riots Shine Light on ‘Infamously Opaque’ Capitol Police
The 193-year old agency has a large budget and workforce, but lacks transparency mechanisms.
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Senate Joins House in Overriding Trump’s NDAA Veto
Congress’ rejection of the veto—the first in Trump’s presidency—comes during his final days in office.
Policy
House Votes to Override Trump’s Defense Authorization Veto
On Tuesday, the Senate could overturn a veto for the first time in Trump's presidency.
Ideas
Trump Signs Omnibus and COVID Relief Bill, Averting a Shutdown
After days of bluster and veto threats, the president signed the $1.4 trillion bill into law.
Policy
Pentagon to Employees: How Can We Boost Diversity?
The request is part of Defense Secretary Mark Esper’s overhaul of personnel practices.
Policy
Trump's Halt to Election-Security Briefings Worries Many
DNI Ratcliffe’s edict comes just two months ahead of Election Day, with Russia, China and Iran all intent on influencing the outcome.
Threats
New Spy Chief Takes Reins Amid a Work Environment Reshaped by Coronavirus
Telework, staggered schedules, and new technology are some of the ways intelligence officials are keeping themselves and the information they gather safe.
Ideas
Lawmakers Ask Trump to Extend National Guard Missions for One Crucial Day
Many pandemic-response missions are slated to end just before Guard troops become eligible for federal benefits.
Policy
Trump Removes Acting Pentagon IG Slated to Lead Pandemic Oversight
Glenn Fine was ousted from the Defense Department’s acting IG position on Monday.
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