Digital Government
Scrapped: $24M Plan to Replace Refrigerators On Air Force One
Rep. Joe Courtney says the no-bid deal “didn’t pass the smell test.”
Digital Government
Citizenship Agency Removed Website Pages on Asylum Policy Training
Transparency group documents changes made early in Trump administration.
Policy
The U.S. Is Altering its Visa Policies to Stem China’s Advancement in STEM
The State Department is preparing to shorten the length of the visas it issues to Chinese nationals.
Cybersecurity
White House: Federal Agencies Remain Highly Vulnerable to Data Breaches Three Years After OPM
Many agencies could not detect if a hacker stole large amounts of sensitive data, the report found.
Emerging Tech
Lawmakers Question Defense's Cloud, the President's Phone and BTW, TL;DR
Those unresolved Government Accountability Office recommendations could haunt agencies during budget time.
Digital Government
A Court Has Ruled That Donald Trump Blocking Users on Twitter Is Unconstitutional
A decision for the social media age.
Policy
Trump Reportedly Asked the U.S. Postal Service to Charge Amazon Double
Following through on the demands could ultimately prove disastrous for USPS.
Digital Government
Trump’s Pick to Lead VA Is a Surprise to Many, Including the Nominee
Robert Wilkie has been serving in the job in an acting capacity since March.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity ‘Moonshot’ Plan to Head to Trump in November
An advisory group shared broad principles of the moonshot plan, but no details, Thursday.
Digital Government
The White House Is Discussing Replacements for Homeland Security Chief Kirstjen Nielsen
Three options are being considered.
Cybersecurity
White House Cuts Cyber Coordinator Role But Lawmakers Say Not So Fast
House Democrats charged National Security Adviser John Bolton’s move lowers the White House’s cyber expertise as threats are increasing.
Modernization
Trump Strengthens Agency CIO Authority with Executive Order
The order puts presidential weight behind past legislation giving government CIOs more authority over hiring and budget.
Digital Government
Ebola Returns Just as the White House Loses Its Top Biodefense Expert
The highly respected Tim Ziemer left the National Security Council earlier this week. Here’s who will be taking over his duties.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Announces Select Committee of Federal AI Experts
The new interagency group will coordinate artificial intelligence programs and research across government.
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon, Facebook and Other Tech Giants Will Talk AI With White House
Executives from nearly 40 companies will discuss ramifications and regulations of artificial intelligence with White House officials.
Policy
The Tech Targeted in Trump’s Rescission Request
The $15 billion request would cancel funding for two technology loan programs.
Digital Government
Trump Praises the 'Tireless Dedication' of Federal Employees, But Says They Can Do Better
The president made his remarks in announcing Public Service Recognition Week.
Cybersecurity
Officials Brief Trump on Election Security
The briefing comes after months of complaints by Democrats that the president is not taking election security seriously.
Digital Government
What the Federal CIO Thinks a CIO Should Be
Being a technologist is not enough for government CIOs, according to Suzette Kent. They need to evolve.
Cybersecurity