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After review, VA scales back plans for contract cancellations

In the last week, department leaders have revised plans to cancel hundreds of contracts in a cost-saving move.

VA secretary tapped to temporarily lead 2 federal oversight offices

VA Secretary Doug Collins will lead the Office of Government Ethics and the Office of Special Counsel until new directors are named.

Looming government shutdown could hurt military families, veterans

Plans to avert a partial government shutdown starting this weekend appeared scuttled after President-elect Donald Trump opposed the bipartisan deal.

As Congress returns to DC, so does the threat of a federal shutdown

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 9, 2024.

Defense Health Agency nurses face recruiting freeze, threats to pay

The agency has held town halls informing employees that it’s suspending a regrade of existing GS-13 nursing positions.

Next-gen homeland defense interceptor plans are risky, watchdog says

In a report, the Government Accountability Office said there are technical, schedule and cost risks associated with the MDA's next-gen interceptor.

Opinion

What feds need to know about ADA and return-to-work policies

Federal government workers can utilize the Americans with Disabilities Act to protect their ability to work from home.

White House takes aim at shipbuilding, other measures in defense bill

The White House noted its concerns with the FY25 defense policy bill's shipbuilding plans, an east coast missile defense site and contractor pricing data.

VA union urges Secretary McDonough to hire more staff

Nurses held a rally outside VA headquarters last week, pleading for the department to address severe understaffing at medical centers.

Opinion

How government technology can bridge generational workforce gaps

While millennials and Gen Zers are excited to use advanced technology in the workplace, other generations such as Baby Boomers may have limited experience.