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GAO cites Homeland Security’s progress in fixing management problems, praises Johnson

The Washington Post: The Department of Homeland Security has made significant progress in fixing its numerous management challenges, and Secretary Jeh Johnson has shown “exemplary commitment” in improving the agency charged with safeguarding Americans, government auditors said.

In an update of its “high-risk” list – government agencies deemed vulnerable to fraud, waste or mismanagement – the U.S. Government Accountability Office said DHS has improved since its 2013 report in key areas such as financial management, IT acquisitions and senior leadership. Although DHS remains on the high-risk list, GAO said it has “fully addressed” nine of 30 high-risk areas and made progress toward addressing the other 21.

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