Feb 18 Watch 7:20 Why shutdown’s impact will continue to be felt for ‘years to come’ Although a second government shutdown has been averted, Yamiche Alcindor reports that repercussions from the one that ended in January are still being felt -- and they extend far beyond federal employees. She also talks to the Partnership for Public… Continue watching
Jan 04 The many ways the shutdown is stopping vital services and research As the shutdown enters a possible third week, it is furthering straining thousands of furloughed federal workers who have gone without pay. Continue reading
Jan 03 Your questions about the shutdown, answered By Maea Lenei Buhre With no clear end in sight, here’s a look at how the government shutdown is affecting federal workers, agencies and the public. Continue reading
Oct 08 Watch 7:18 Michael Lewis traces the ‘gutting of the civil service’ under Trump Bestselling author Michael Lewis says the idea that civil servants are “lazy or stupid or dead weight on the society is...the most sinister idea alive in this country right now." In his new book, “The Fifth Risk,” Lewis examines how… Continue watching
Jan 25 Watch 5:39 Why are some federal agencies under a reported media lockdown? By PBS News Hour According to various news outlets, the Trump administration is attempting to limit the flow of information out of key government agencies. EPA staff are reportedly banned from sending press releases or posting to social media, and the Interior Department and… Continue watching
Aug 25 Swimming with Hawaii’s dolphins may be banned under a federal proposal By Harry Zahn Contact with dolphins is a huge draw for the tourism industry in Hawaii. These rules would impact tour group practices, such as approaching the animals by boat and snorkeling with them. Continue reading
Jun 18 Government audit raises ‘serious concerns’ over proposed federal cybersecurity measures By Ken Dilanian, Associated Press The agency that failed to secure data on millions of federal workers is now being criticized by its own independent watchdog over a plan to modernize its aging computer networks. Continue reading
Mar 16 Government agencies responsible for $125 billion worth of improper payments last year By Stephen Ohlemacher, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Federal agencies made $125 billion in improper payments last year, including tax credits to people who didn't qualify, Medicare payments for treatments that might not be necessary and unemployment benefits for people who were actually working, said a… Continue reading