military readiness

Union representing DoD civilians has big objection to next year’s budget proposal

The American Federation of Government Employees thinks it could lead to wholesale reductions in the civilian ranks.

Defense

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The military has a hard time doing its job when Congress doesn’t do its job

Defense

Air Force/Jared Scott

Defense agencies let experience inform planning and programming

IT Modernization

A big appetite for armed forces around the world might be hurting military readiness

Defense

Former HUD official faces punishment for Hatch Act violation during Trump administration

Federal Newscast

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American soldier in military uniform preventing cyber attack in military intelligence center. An US officer intercepting messages to stop terrorism. Modern warfare system surveillance concept.

Defense agencies need accountability, reasoning in readiness technology

Defense

Austin creates safe haven for transgender troops as DoD solidifies policy

Defense

200610-N-ML137-1057 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 10, 2020) In this image provided by the U.S. Navy, an F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the

When fixing Navy readiness problems, money helps. But so does data.

On DoD

Is the Pentagon spending all it can to stay competitive?

Defense

FILE - In this June 15, 2018, file photo, pharmaceuticals are seen in North Andover, Mass. While the price of almost any good or service can be found online, most Americans don’t know what they’ll owe for a prescription medication until they get it. Unexpected costs contribute to the estimated 20 to 30 percent of prescriptions that are never filled, which can lead to health problems from untreated medical conditions. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)

Are drug ingredients made in China a risk to troops? Two lawmakers think so

Congress

Paul Pardew, Tom Temin, Federal Drive, Army

Revolution in the Army?

Tom Temin Commentary

Asst. Sec. for manpower talks Army’s new talent management strategy

The Army rolled out a new and comprehensive strategy for talent management that is all about recruitment and retention.

Federal Drive

Should the military go keto? Obesity still a problem for troops

For what that is and why it might be useful, Jeff Volek, professor of kinesiology at The Ohio State University, joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

Federal Drive

GSA awards new contract to help federal awards process run smoother

Federal Newscast

In today’s Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration is changing how it verifies that companies are eligible to do business with or receive assistance from the government.