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Riots Shine Light on ‘Infamously Opaque’ Capitol Police
The 193-year old agency has a large budget and workforce, but lacks transparency mechanisms.
Ideas
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.
Threats
DOD, Feds Issue Coronavirus Guidelines for Civilian Employees
New memos spell out expanded telework flexibilities, leave policies, alternative work schedules, and more.
Policy
Judge: Acting Immigration Services Director Was Unlawfully Appointed
Ken Cuccinelli — also acting DHS secretary — was named acting head of USCIS without having first served in a subordinate position.
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DHS to Waive Contracting Rules to Build Border Wall Faster
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is using a 2005 law to override certain requirements.
Policy
Defense Bill Would Create 'ROTC for Pentagon's Civilian Employees'
The college-based Defense Civilian Training Corps would aim to fill “critical skills gaps” in the department’s workforce.
Science & Tech
The Defense Digital Service Opens a Georgia Satellite Office
Located near the Army's Fort Gordon and its Cyber Command, "Tatooine" is the service's first facility outside Washington, D.C.
Business
Pentagon Fails Its Second Audit — But Not As Badly
The comptroller's report said the Defense Department had fixed more than 550 problems — about one-quarter of them — listed in the 2018 audit.
Threats
With Suicides at Record Highs, Pentagon Unveils New Plan
DoD and VA leaders have been hampered by turnover and poor management in both departments.
Policy