Tag: whistleblowers

Domestic Politics Privacy and Civil Liberties

DHS removes privacy protections for Insider Threat Program

By Dalia Faheid on October 8, 2020October 14, 2020 department of homeland security, Insider Threat Program, whistleblowers

The Department of Homeland Security finalized a new rule Tuesday that broadens its ability to investigate insider threats by eliminating key Privacy Act protections for all past and current employees regardless of their security clearance.

Domestic Politics Military

VA attempts to overhaul whistleblower protection office following scathing report

By Mark Satter on November 25, 2019 Department of Veterans Affairs, whistleblowers

An office meant to protect whistleblowers within the Department of Veterans Affairs was weaponized against them and promoted a culture of fear within the massive federal agency.

Congressional Review Act Cybersecurity

To limit leaks to the public, Senate panel takes step to better protect whistleblowers

By Dwight A. Weingarten on September 30, 2019 Senate Intelligence Committee, whistleblowers

The Senate Intelligence Committee approved a bill last week to provide additional support for whistleblowers in the intelligence community.