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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton provides expert insights on current events in the federal community. Read more interviews to keep up with daily news and analysis that affect the federal workforce. The Federal Drive is found at FederalNewsNetwork.com and 1500 AM in the Washington D.C. region.
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- The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Year after year, the same financial weaknesses keep showing up in the government’s books
Another year, another GAO audit unable to certify the federal government’s financial statements. The latest report points to persistent problems that agencies…
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CyberCorps grads consider private sector as fed hiring challenges persist
A patchy federal job landscape is threatening to upend a longstanding cyber talent pipeline. Hundreds of students graduate from the CyberCorps…
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Trump administration recruiting project managers across agencies
The Trump administration is opening up more opportunities to expand hiring across government. In less than a week, the Office of Personnel Management has set…
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A new ARPA‑H effort aims to change how doctors understand and treat critical illness in real time
When patients become critically ill, their bodies often fall into a dangerous immune response loop that today’s ICU tools can’t fully see or stop. The CIRCLE…
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Rubin Observatory just turned the night sky into a live feed and the universe is far busier than anyone imagined
The launch of Rubin Observatory's alert system marks a breakthrough in astrophysics, giving scientists a real‑time stream of changes across the sky, from…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, April 3, 2026
Coming up today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Rubin Observatory just turned the night sky into a live feed and the universe is far busier than anyone…
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TSA agents see partial paychecks
Transportation Security Administration employees are seeing their first paychecks in more than a month. TSA agents are being paid this week despite lawmakers…
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What Army civilians should consider before accepting VERA or VSIP
As Army civilians who have been identified as “surplus” begin receiving automated notices giving them a few days to decide whether to accept a reassignment…
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A large TSP balance is a success story, until Required Minimum Distributions turn it into a tax problem
Federal employees often retire with two advantages many Americans don’t have: a steady pension and a sizable TSP. But when Required Minimum Distributions kick…
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A military family’s decades‑long journey with autism is now helping other families navigate a system that often feels impossible to manage
April is World Autism Month, and for military families, navigating autism care often means navigating multiple systems at once. Jaime and Tracy Parent have…
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Shutdowns don’t just disrupt agencies, they disrupt household finances, and the data shows it almost immediately
Federal employees may eventually be made whole after a shutdown, but the timing matters. After the most recent missed paycheck, data from USAA shows requests…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, April 2, 2026
Coming up today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Shutdowns don’t just disrupt agencies, they disrupt household finances, and the data shows it almost…
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Harsher penalties for contractors who violate new DEI EO
Federal contractors have been required to comply with the Trump administration’s mandate to remove anything that is considered diversity, equity and inclusion…
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Treasury prepares RIF for office created to avoid financial crisis, IRS IT resumes hiring after mass reassignments
More shakeup at the Treasury Department. The department is preparing for targeted layoffs at an office focused on monitoring the stability of the U.S…
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As uncertainty clouds federal research budgets, a new analysis shows how NIH funding ripples through state and local economies nationwide
The National Institutes of Health funding touches far more than major research institutions. A new analysis maps how those dollars support jobs and businesses…
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During COVID, SBA moved fast to deliver disaster loans, but GAO says limited access to IRS tax data made oversight harder and increased program risk
When disaster loan programs scale up quickly, data sharing becomes critical. GAO says outdated systems and manual consent requirements limited SBA’s access to…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton As uncertainty clouds federal research budgets, a new analysis shows how NIH funding ripples through state and…
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U.S. Strategic Command has awarded a $500 million IDIQ contract to accelerate delivery of warfighter‑ready solutions as defense needs evolve
U.S. Strategic Command has awarded a $500 million IDIQ contract to the University of Nebraska’s National Strategic Research Institute to support…
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Army ‘rebalancing’ effort forces civilians to accept reassignments to avoid layoffs
The Army is moving thousands of civilian employees into new roles under a sweeping “rebalancing” effort aimed at avoiding layoffs — but workers are required to…
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The Army's concept of a single IT network moves closer to reality
The Army has been talking for many years about the concept of a single IT network. But it’s made real, measurable progress recently. The service started with…
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A new approach to the Pentagon’s long‑troubled audit effort is taking shape as fresh leadership resets expectations
After years of failed attempts, the Defense Department is refining its strategy for achieving and sustaining a clean financial audit. With new financial…
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Contractors are playing a bigger role in TSA screening and national security AI, but that raises new questions about accountability and execution
As the DHS shutdown highlights stress points in TSA operations, a long‑running federal program that relies on contractors is getting renewed attention just as…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A new approach to the Pentagon’s long‑troubled audit effort is taking shape as fresh leadership resets…
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The administration says new Medicaid work rules will save money, but first, states will spend a lot figuring out how to make them work
As the new work‑requirement mandates roll out, states are confronting a costly truth: their eligibility systems weren’t built for this level of verification…
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‘Significant’ staff cuts drive rising FOIA backlogs
Freedom of Information Act backlogs have been increasing across government for years. But the Trump administration’s workforce cuts have deepened challenges…
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‘Stressful, chaotic, never-ending:’ DoD employees face mounting strain as Middle East conflict widens
As the conflict in the Middle East escalates following the U.S. and Israel’s launch of “major combat operations” against Iran, Defense Department employees say…
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Billions are flowing into munitions production, but there are limits to how quickly the U.S. can replenish its stockpiles
Ongoing U.S. operations tied to Iran are driving a rapid drawdown of munitions, putting new pressure on the defense industrial base. While billions have…
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Both the U.S. and the EU are quietly narrowing chances for the public to weigh in on new rules and one expert says it’s time to pay attention
New research argues that opportunities for public comment are shrinking on both sides of the Atlantic, as governments move faster and give people less time to…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 30, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Both the U.S. and the EU are quietly narrowing chances for the public to weigh in on new rules and one expert says…
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They’re on recess, but DHS funding, voting rules and overseas troop support are all waiting when Congress comes back
Congress is heading into the Easter recess with the Department of Homeland Security still unfunded and no clear path to a deal. The president’s move to ensure…
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OPM’s Kupor would be ‘perfectly happy’ hiring more feds if contractors are cut
The Trump administration says it is open to hiring more federal employees, but with one big caveat. The Office of Personnel Management says that should only…
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VA restores AFGE labor contract, but isn’t implementing it, court documents show
A federal judge ordered the Department of Veterans Affairs to restore its labor contract with its largest union. The VA says it has complied with that ruling…
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A flagship government and industry leadership program is getting a fresh start with a new class and a new vision for 2026
ACT-IAC has relaunched its Partners Program with a 2026 class built for a moment when government and industry are looking for steadier leadership. The new…
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After last year’s deadly mid‑air collision, Reagan National’s tower is finally getting modern tools built to cut workload and reduce risk on the ground
The FAA’s Terminal Flight Data Manager system is now fully operational at DCA, bringing predictive tools, integrated surface displays, and a shared real‑time…
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As the country approaches its 250th anniversary, a new guide asks Americans to think differently about their role in democracy
The National Urban League says many people are exhausted by political noise but still care deeply about the country’s future. Its new guide, released ahead of…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Friday, March 27, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry GertonA flagship government and industry leadership program is getting a fresh start with a new class and a new vision…
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Navy’s turning small ‘bets’ into enterprise services
These days you can bet on almost everything from sports to politics to the stock market. At the Department of the Navy, PEO Digital is making big bets on…
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TSA employees at ‘breaking point’
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has now stretched for more than 40 days. And Transportation Security Administration employees say they’ve reached…
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Fixing the talent pipeline doesn’t require a single sweeping reform, but it does require coordination
The Bipartisan Policy Center's new report argues that piecemeal reforms can’t solve today’s labor and skills challenges. Instead, it calls for a shared…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, March 26, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Fixing the talent pipeline doesn’t require a single sweeping reform — but it does require coordination War…
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War headlines and market volatility might rattle TSP investors, but history offers some important perspective
With U.S. markets down and volatility on the rise, war in the Middle East is adding a new layer of anxiety for TSP investors. History shows markets have…
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After losing more than 350,000, an in-depth look at the state of the federal workforce
More than 350,000 federal employees left the government in 2025, whether voluntarily or by force. But some positions and agencies were more heavily targeted by…
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State Dept evaluations could push out more diplomats, after mass layoffs last year
The State Department carried out widespread layoffs last summer. But it’s still scrutinizing its workforce. The Department is planning to potentially remove or…
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A new center wants to turn regulatory “big ideas” into results that actually work on the ground
The regulatory landscape around climate policy is shifting, and many agencies are left with outdated tools to manage modern risks. The Federation of American…
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As U.S. Marines move offshore near Iran, Washington is expanding its military options without committing to boots on the ground
When Americans hear about Marines deploying toward the Middle East, it can sound like the first step toward a ground war. In reality, these forces are often…
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As climate pressures intensify, a new strategy argues the U.S. needs a water reset now, not years from now
A new document from The Aspen Institute makes a blunt point: America’s water systems are strained by climate, growth and aging infrastructure, and the nation…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton As climate pressures intensify and no federal entity owns a national water agenda, a new strategy argues the U.S…
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OPM’s Kupor on administration's merit hiring plan
It’s been nearly 10 months since the Trump Administration unveiled its “merit hiring” plan. And the plan has changed a bit since then, along with the…
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Under Trump 2.0, federal employees disengaged, dissatisfied, survey shows
Federal employees are reporting significantly diminished engagement in their jobs and declining views of political leadership. New survey results from the…
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As GSA prepares its next Schedule refresh, contractors are weighing how AI fits into rules that weren’t built for it
We’ve been talking about what’s changing in GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule and how contractors will have to respond. The next question is how industry is…
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GSA has issued its first-ever acquisition clause aimed squarely at AI, contractors are already warning it could be a game changer
The General Services Administration is rolling out the government’s first acquisition regulation clause written specifically for artificial intelligence…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton GSA has issued its first-ever acquisition clause aimed squarely at artificial intelligence—and contractors are…
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The U.S. is pushing back on foreign data‑sovereignty rules and it could reshape how global companies handle their information
The administration is telling American diplomats to challenge foreign data‑localization laws, raising fresh concerns for firms that move data across borders…
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Mullin to revoke Noem’s $100K review policy
President Trump’s new choice to lead the Department of Homeland Security is advancing toward Senate confirmation. Markwayne Mullin had his nomination hearing…
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The Trump administration's AI message is sending mixed messages
The Trump administration is sending industry mixed messages when it comes to artificial intelligence. On one hand, the White House is emphasizing the use of…
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A strategic alliance between the Federal Laboratories Consortium and FedTech is looking to speed up real‑world technology
A new alliance between the FLC and FedTech is aimed at solving a long‑standing gap; connecting federally funded R&D with entrepreneurs ready to build real…
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Practical politics and some strategic horse trading may be returning to Congress
Facing pressure to act on national security and domestic priorities, lawmakers appear more willing to negotiate across issue lines. That includes DHS funding…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 23, 2026
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A strategic alliance between the Federal Laboratories Consortium and FedTech is looking to speed up how federally…
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With travel season ramping up, the CDC just hit a record number of volunteers to help monitor any viruses on the move
Over one million people have now participated in the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Traveler-Based Genomic Surveillance. The purely voluntary…
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As Golden Dome’s price tag rises, some say new estimate is no more credible
The Pentagon’s ambitious “Golden Dome” missile defense system is getting more expensive. New estimates from the Defense Department put the price tag at $185…