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politics3 days ago

Courthouse crisis spurs push for judiciary-led rebuilding

Judges warn that aging federal courthouses are deteriorating and pose safety risks, urging Congress to transfer building and maintenance authority from the General Services Administration to a new Judiciary Buildings Service; GSA disputes the crisis depiction, citing budget constraints. The feed then shifts to other Capitol Hill updates, including Iran briefings ahead of the State of the Union, attendance choices for lawmakers, and clashes over a key aviation-safety bill (ROTOR) and related legislation.

via Politico|
#congress#federal-buildings#gsa
Bipartisan FY2026 Spending Package Signals Cautious IRS Cuts, AI Push, and Real Estate Overhaul
government1 month ago

Bipartisan FY2026 Spending Package Signals Cautious IRS Cuts, AI Push, and Real Estate Overhaul

The FY 2026 minibus trims IRS cuts to about 9% while boosting taxpayer services and allowing quicker hiring to address backlogs; GSA is urged to accelerate offloading underutilized federal office space, though funding may not fully address the maintenance backlog; lawmakers push AI tools to speed public-facing services and accessibility improvements with limited funding; State Department funding stays essentially flat after a major reorganization, and most independent agencies are spared elimination. The appropriations process moved forward amid tough negotiations and rejection of some earlier “poison pill” provisions.

via Federal News Network|
#ai#fy2026#government
politics2 months ago

Trump's Ally with Controversial Past Faces Scrutiny

Paul Ingrassia, a young conservative activist with close ties to Trump and controversial views, has navigated a turbulent political career marked by loyalty to Trump, association with extremist figures, and a series of administrative roles despite scandals and opposition, exemplifying the enduring influence of ideological loyalty in the Trump administration.

via Politico|
#controversy#gsa#ingrassia
Standoff Continues as Government Shutdown Persists Amid Political Deadlock
government4 months ago

Standoff Continues as Government Shutdown Persists Amid Political Deadlock

Amid ongoing government shutdown threats, the Trump administration has yet to implement mass layoffs, though plans are in place to do so if the shutdown continues. Some agencies, like GSA, are reinstating employees and maintaining operations using carryover funds, while unions seek legal action to prevent layoffs. The situation remains uncertain, with the duration of the shutdown impacting agency operations and staffing.

via Federal News Network|
#federal-employees#funding#government
Leadership Changes and Financial Challenges at C3 AI and GSA
government5 months ago

Leadership Changes and Financial Challenges at C3 AI and GSA

GSA Deputy Administrator Stephen Ehikian, who led the agency through the first six months of the Trump administration and oversaw significant workforce and operational changes, announced his departure from the agency. His exit follows a series of leadership changes and reflects ongoing efforts to streamline government operations, including real estate, procurement, and IT modernization. Ehikian plans to serve as an advisor during the transition, with no specific departure date announced.

via Nextgov|
#departing#government#government-efficiency
Microsoft and ServiceNow Offer Major Discounts on Cloud and AI Services to U.S. Government
government5 months ago

Microsoft and ServiceNow Offer Major Discounts on Cloud and AI Services to U.S. Government

The U.S. GSA has partnered with Microsoft in a multi-billion dollar agreement to provide significant discounts on cloud services, including Microsoft 365, Copilot, and Azure, aiming to modernize federal agencies with AI tools, save costs, and enhance government operations, with potential savings of $3.1 billion in the first year.

via GSA (.gov)|
#ai#cloud-services#federal-government
Trump mandates classical architecture for federal buildings to replace brutalism
politics6 months ago

Trump mandates classical architecture for federal buildings to replace brutalism

President Trump has signed an executive order promoting classical architecture as the preferred style for federal buildings, aiming to replace brutalist and modernist designs, and has taken steps to sell off some existing brutalist federal buildings, with the GSA overseeing the implementation of these changes.

via Federal News Network|
#brutalist-buildings#classical-style#federal-architecture
Trump Agrees to Transition, Avoids Key Details and Clearances
politics1 year ago

Trump Agrees to Transition, Avoids Key Details and Clearances

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team has signed documents to begin the power transfer to the Biden administration but has refused to sign key agreements for security clearances and secure office space, citing government efficiency. This decision could complicate the transition process, as it deviates from established protocols outlined in the Presidential Transition Act. The team claims existing security systems negate the need for additional oversight, while also aiming to save taxpayer money by not signing the General Services Administration agreement.

via The Daily Beast|
#biden#gsa#politics