The (POGO) Blog
February 23, 2018
By Neil Gordon
Unworthy Tribute: FEMA Contract Raises Disaster Preparedness Concerns
The failure of a small, inexperienced company to deliver meals to Puerto Rico disaster survivors highlights the need for improved federal contracting.
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Topics: Government Accountability
February 20, 2018
Enforcement of Environmental Laws Drops Under Trump Administration
Budget, staffing, and leadership decisions have resulted in fewer investigations and prosecutions of polluters.
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Topics: Public Health and Science
February 13, 2018
The President v. The Courts
Past U.S. presidents of both parties have threatened to undermine the authority of the third branch. Do President Trump’s attacks cross a red line?
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Topics: Justice System
February 8, 2018
By Neil Gordon
Homeland Security Falling Short in Managing Risky Contractors
A new report from the Department of Homeland Security’s watchdog found shortcomings in the agency’s suspension and debarment program, undermining safeguards that protect taxpayers from poorly performing or lawbreaking contractors and other federal fund rec
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Topics: Contract Oversight
February 7, 2018
Insider Threat Programs Could Chill Whistleblowing, Agency Warns
New guidance from the Office of Special Counsel warns federal agencies that non-disclosure agreements, insider threat programs, and employee monitoring programs may violate whistleblower protections.
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Topics: Whistleblower Protections
