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Originally Published 3 months ago — by NASA Watch
The article discusses the possibility of NASA issuing RIF (Reduction in Force) notices following a tweet by OMB Director Russell Vought, indicating potential budget cuts or layoffs at NASA, with the situation still uncertain.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Government Executive
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) quietly removed references to a 2019 law guaranteeing backpay for furloughed federal workers from its shutdown guidance document, amid reports that the White House is developing guidance suggesting furloughed workers may not be entitled to backpay, despite the law's clear language. This change comes during a government shutdown affecting over 620,000 federal employees.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
Russ Vought, a key figure behind the scenes in the Trump administration's response to the government shutdown, is known for his deep understanding of bureaucracy and his advocacy for significant federal budget cuts, including threatening mass layoffs during the shutdown.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TPM
Russ Vought, a prominent figure in the Trump administration, is set to lead the Office of Management and Budget, where he plans to implement policies reflecting his belief that America is a Christian nation. Vought's agenda includes reshaping the government with Christian values, potentially using military force to quell protests, and replacing civil servants with political appointees. His views align with the Christian right and MAGA policies, advocating for a Christian-centric national identity and significant changes to federal governance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Benzinga
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Russell Vought, co-author of the conservative Project 2025, as director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for his second term. Vought, who served as OMB's deputy director during Trump's first term, is known for his cost-cutting and deregulation efforts. His appointment signals Trump's alignment with Project 2025's conservative priorities, despite previous campaign distancing. The project, developed by The Heritage Foundation, proposes significant changes to the executive branch and has faced criticism from Democrats for potentially undermining democratic institutions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
Donald Trump announced that Russell Vought will return as director of the Office of Management and Budget in his second administration. Vought, a key figure in the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, is known for his cost-cutting and deregulatory efforts. His appointment is part of Trump's plan to implement a conservative agenda, despite previous distancing from Project 2025 due to Democratic criticism. Vought's return is supported by Senate Republicans but opposed by Democrats, who criticize Trump's association with the project.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Former President Donald Trump has selected Russell Vought, a significant figure in Project 2025, to lead the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) if he returns to the presidency. Vought, who previously served as OMB director under Trump, is known for his conservative budgetary policies and involvement in shaping future government strategies through Project 2025.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The White House
Vice President Kamala Harris announced the White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) first government-wide policy to mitigate risks of artificial intelligence (AI) and harness its benefits, completing the 150-day actions tasked by President Biden’s landmark Executive Order on AI. The policy aims to address risks from the use of AI, expand transparency of AI use, advance responsible AI innovation, grow the AI workforce, and strengthen AI governance in federal agencies. It requires agencies to implement safeguards, improve public transparency, remove barriers to innovation, expand and upskill AI talent, and ensure accountability and oversight for the use of AI.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Federal News Network
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is prioritizing automation and federal employee satisfaction to improve public-facing services and provide a "digital-first" experience. OMB officials and agency leaders emphasize the importance of empowering federal employees and building trust with them to enhance customer service. OMB is also exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools to improve federal services online, including rewriting website content for search engine optimization. The agency is implementing "digital experience indicators" to track agencies' progress in providing a digital-first customer experience and ensuring website accessibility. Additionally, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is linking employee engagement to better patient experience, and the VA's CX priorities include reaching out to veterans who are new to the VA. OMB plans to hold a governmentwide CXO summit in early 2024 to address common challenges.