Presidential Transition
President-elect Donald Trump, who served as the 45th U.S. president, began a second term Jan. 20, 2025 as 47th president. The president is bringing a policy refresh to federal technology programs and strategies across government agencies. Coverage includes oversight of systems, policies, infrastructure, leadership appointments and cybersecurity developments.
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Trump Nominates Former DOE Cyber Official to Lead CISA
Sean Plankey, federal cyber leader during President Donald Trump's first administration, has been tapped to lead CISA.
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Tracking CIOs in Trump's Second Term
Stay informed on the latest shifts in federal technology leadership as new CIOs are appointed and President Trump's second term takes shape.
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Tracking Trump's Cabinet Nominee Hearings, Confirmations
Trump cabinet nominees are undergoing Senate hearings in a process to confirm the president's new federal agency leadership appointments.
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Inside the DOGE Caucus' Fight Against Government Waste
Co-Chair Rep. Pete Sessions discussed the tech strategies to enhance operational efficiency at federal agencies.
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VA Restructures Workforce to Cut Costs, Increase Efficiency
The agency is restructuring its workforce to streamline operations, invest in technology and improve veteran services.
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Defense Secretary Outlines Path to Efficiency
Hiring freeze and workforce cuts are among new strategies to eliminate waste and reinforce core DOD mission, Hegseth says.
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Former DOD CIO Analyzes Trump’s Approach to Tech, Workforce
John Sherman shares how recent legislation from the second Trump administration shifts government’s role in technology, defense and the federal workforce.
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VA Secretary Pledges to Protect Benefits Amid Spending Cuts
Doug Collins pledged to divert spending toward direct veteran care and benefits as veteran organizations outline upcoming priorities.
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Musk’s DOGE Reforms Redefine Federal Tech Recruiting
Former government and industry leaders debate whether Elon Musk’s involvement in federal workforce reforms will attract or deter tech talent.
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Trump’s Order Puts Musk at Helm of Federal Workforce Overhaul
The president's new DOGE executive order aims to downsize government and reshape federal workforce under Musk’s leadership.
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How Will the Trump Administration Handle Quantum Policy?
Tech leaders are calling on the new administration to revisit quantum efforts as the president develops new visions for technology.
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New DHS Secretary Sets Sights on Cybersecurity
Kristi Noem plans to utilize "cutting-edge" technologies to combat emerging cybersecurity threats and support the agency's workforce.
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