AI incidents bolster push for federal cyber improvements

By: Justin Doubleday

24 July 2026 at 14:38

Top cyber officials are calling on agencies and industry to ditch compliance and embrace a ‘new era’ of vulnerability management.

The case for an America-first software supply chain

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23 July 2026 at 16:13

Amanda Phelps, a strategic advisor of allied defense and intelligence at Coder, explains why software sovereignty is important to protect against cyber attacks.

Nobody likes talking about long-term care, but waiting could cost more

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By: Terry Gerton

23 July 2026 at 12:26

"The cost of healthcare services don't rise like regular inflation. It's about twice the rate of inflation," said Thiago Glieger.

Resident Eleanor Garrison, left, talks with director of nursing Cheri Place-Chafin in her room Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at Arbor Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center in Opelika, Ala. Coronavirus cases have dropped at U.S. nursing homes and other long-term care centers over the past few weeks, offering a glimmer of hope that studies and health officials link to various factors, including the start of vaccinations, the easing of a post-holiday virus surge and better prevention. (AP Photo/Julie Bennett)

AI enthusiasm isn’t AI readiness: Why mission clarity must come first

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By: commentators

22 July 2026 at 17:32

Once clear goals and outcomes are set, technical and operational readiness work can align to drive the outcomes agencies are trying to achieve.

Iran war operational costs climb over $37 billion

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By: Michele Sandiford

22 July 2026 at 13:51

The new estimate includes the cost of the war to date as well as expenses like meal pay that are anticipated through the end of the fiscal year.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Fired DHS, Interior probationary workers challenge MSPB ruling

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By: Justin Doubleday

21 July 2026 at 17:55

Ex-probationary staff from DHS and Interior are challenging the MSPB's ruling that it lacks the jurisdiction to determine whether their firings were illegal.

After Slaughter decision, MSPB no longer calling itself ‘independent’

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By: Drew Friedman

21 July 2026 at 17:10

The adjudicatory board is removing the word “independent” from public-facing descriptions “in light of recent legal developments,” a spokesperson said.

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A new Commerce Dept policy pits privacy and transparency against access to information

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By: Terry Gerton

20 July 2026 at 13:29

"These data contain within it a lot of information that has policy implications, economic development, transportation infrastructure," said Paul Schroeder.

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FEMA’s chief financial officer was unlawfully fired, judge rules

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By: Michele Sandiford

20 July 2026 at 13:07

The case centers on former FEMA chief financial officer Mary Comans. She was fired without cause last year.

FILE - A sign for the Federal Emergency Management Agency is pictured at FEMA headquarters, April 20, 2020, in Washington. (Al Drago/The New York Times via AP, Pool)

Billington CyberSecurity Cyber and AI Outlook Series Episode 7: From Hype to Capability — How AI Can Realistically Change Cybersecurity

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By: wfedstaff

20 July 2026 at 13:04

Discover how federal agencies are applying AI to strengthen cybersecurity, improve operational efficiency and deliver measurable mission outcomes while balancing innovation, governance and human expertise.

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DoD plans CMMC listening sessions as questions swirl around review

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By: Justin Doubleday

17 July 2026 at 17:48

The CMMC review could lead to "everything from an overhaul, to small tweaks here and there,” DoD CIO Kirsten Davies said after the review team's first meeting.

Laid-off federal employees spotlight lasting impacts of State Dept RIF

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By: Drew Friedman

16 July 2026 at 18:29

Marking one year since a major State Department RIF, former federal employees warned the loss of expertise has harmed national security and global stability.

The Supreme Court Slaughter decision: Where do we go from here?

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By: commentators

16 July 2026 at 16:47

Ronald Sanders, a NAPA fellow, explains that while the decision opens the door to more questions than answers, it can’t change one thing.

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How federal organizations are streamlining identity security

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By: wfedstaff

15 July 2026 at 14:58

Join Federal News Network for a candid conversation on the gaps agencies still face in identity security, the fragmented legacy infrastructure slowing progress and what it really takes to bring human and machine identities under one governed, converged platform.

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Democrats demand transparency from White House on Schedule Policy/Career

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By: Drew Friedman

15 July 2026 at 13:24

A letter sent to the White House pushes for details on Schedule Policy/Career and if there are plans to expand the list of those stripped of their protections.

Democratic candidate James Walkinshaw, who is running for the empty 11th congressional seat in Virginia, talks with reporters following a news conference, Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 in Fairfax, Va. Walkinshaw will face Republican Stewart Whitson in a special election on Sept. 9 to fill Rep. Gerry Connolly's congressional seat in Fairfax County (AP Photo/Kevin Wolf)

Judge tells DOJ to reinstate telework for two attorneys as their lawsuit proceeds

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By: Drew Friedman

14 July 2026 at 17:30

A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction for two federal employees with disabilities who are suing DOJ for rescinding their telework accommodations.

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Rethinking federal statistics in the AI era

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By: wfedstaff

13 July 2026 at 15:16

Federal agencies are testing AI to improve survey quality, reduce costs and scale insights — but trust remains the priority. See how leaders are balancing innovation with transparency, privacy and human oversight in statistical programs.

Congress has a lot on its agenda and a short window of time

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By: Terry Gerton

13 July 2026 at 13:38

"It's kind of surprising that the NDAA is stuck in suspended animation right now," said Mitchell Miller.

The U.S. Capitol, center, is seen with the Supreme Court of the United States, left, and the Library of Congress, right, Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)

The challenges, opportunities of open source intelligence for cyber defenders

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By: Jason Miller

13 July 2026 at 00:11

Experts from the State Department, DIA and Leidos say agencies need to build connected intelligence capabilities and AI tools to augment the human analyst.

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GSA names new leaders for regions, PBS

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By: Jared Serbu

10 July 2026 at 19:08

Michael Gelber will now serve as acting commissioner of the Public Buildings Service and be one of two deputy PBS directors under a new dual-deputy structure.

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