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Richard Nixon resigned in disgrace over his role in the infamous Watergate break-in.

Donald Remy is set to step down from his leadership post at VA on April 1.

The commercial industrial base builds the systems and equipment, and the department ensures those systems are maintained and operational.

By weaving energy security into the heart of our national security strategy, we can bolster our capacity to deter and resist authoritarian aggression.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed Washington’s withdrawal in a tweet.

China looks to Russia as a source of oil and gas for its economy and as a partner in standing up to what both see as U.S. domination of global affairs.

The Defense Department says this story is false.

Sticking points continue to be details on employee discipline, awards and promotion.

Following his retirement, the union will pick up with elections for national president and national executive vice president.

Raj Iyer in January said he would leave his military job, after two and a half years, and would return to industry.

“I’m ready to meet with the speaker any time — tomorrow, if he has his budget,” Biden said while rolling out his own $6.8 trillion spending proposal.

“No billionaire should be paying a lower tax rate than a fire fighter — nobody,” Biden said.

Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri told Gen. Paul Nakasone he thinks TikTok is “a Chinese AI weapon aimed" directly at the U.S.

Su is facing opposition by Republicans who have qualms about her continuing the Biden administration’s goals.

A defense official said the dismissals resulted from not following safety regulations for vehicles and equipment.

VA Deputy Secretary Donald Remy to depart, after serving in the post since July 2021.

How to stay out of partisan fights in a politically charged environment.

The federal government is struggling to improve key customer experience measures including satisfaction and trust.

There was no big, flashy Air Force One for President Joe Biden’s surprise trip to Ukraine.

Take a look at some of the U.S. presidents who have made an appearance in a war zone.