Welcome to The FED Weekly, the go-to podcast for current and retired U.S. federal employees who need to stay informed on the issues that matter most. In a rapidly changing political landscape, we deliver concise, weekly updates on the legislative, executive, and agency-level actions that have a direct impact on your professional life and financial future.
…
continue reading
Merit Based Protections Podcasts
Tom Donahue is a seasoned talk host, an innovative and independent broadcast voice. Tom Donahue Reports has returned and offered on-demand for podcast reports and briefings (new) and streaming. Heard on Talk Stream Live, Talk Right and K-Star Talk Radio Network. Tom Donahue Show had aired on KCAA Radio, WFYL, Red State Talk Radio, Liberty News Radio. He was on broadcast radio distributed by Salem (SRN) in 2018 with a live weekend talk show aired on stations KSLM, KCAA, WXME, KYAH, Red State ...
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 23-29 Nov 2025 (Episode 26)
20:01
20:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:01
This week on The FED Weekly, we cover crucial updates for federal employees and retirees from November 23-29, 2025. The episode breaks down Federal Benefits Open Season—highlighting a significant 12.3% hike in health premiums for 2026—and details how new plan designs shift more costs onto members. Legislative efforts to tackle rising healthcare exp…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Congress Acts to Release Epstein Files Finally and Trump Reversal... TDR-Eps 58
5:26
5:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
5:26
Congress Acts to Release Epstein Files Finally and Trump Reversal..
…
continue reading
In this episode of The FED Weekly, we recap crucial updates for federal employees and retirees for November 16–22, 2025. Key topics include the annual Federal Benefits Open Season, which features essential plan changes and mandatory actions—especially for those with terminating health or dental plans. If enrolled in a plan ending in 2025, participa…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Epstein Files Up to Date Breaking Headlines Coverage - Trump's Seething Hoax Cover-up... TDR-Eps 57
15:31
15:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:31
Epstein Files Up to Date Breaking Headlines Coverage and Trump's Seething Hoax Cover-up...
…
continue reading
In this episode of The FED Weekly, we cover the record-breaking 43-day federal government shutdown, its severe financial impacts on federal employees, and disruptions to public services. Despite the shutdown, the 2025 Federal Benefits Open Season remains scheduled for November 10 – December 8, with some health, dental, and vision plans being discon…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Epstein Files Headlines, Updates and Trump's Resistance... TDR-Eps 56
13:51
13:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:51
Epstein Files Headlines, Updates and Trump's Resistance... (recorded earlier)
…
continue reading
In this episode of The FED Weekly, we deliver a comprehensive update on critical issues affecting federal employees and retirees during the ongoing government shutdown. Highlights include missed paychecks, reliance on emergency resources, and intense financial strain across the federal workforce. Legislative deadlock persists, with debates over hea…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 25 Oct - 1 Nov 2025 (Episode 22)
19:42
19:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:42
We cover the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting the deadlocked budget negotiations that have left 730,000 federal employees working without pay. Primary legislation discussed includes the Shutdown Fairness Act (S. 3012), which aims to secure immediate pay for essential staff, and proposed changes to retroactive pay guarantees, raising uncert…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 19-25 Oct 2025 (Episode21)
20:10
20:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:10
This episode of The FED Weekly covers key updates affecting federal employees and retirees from October 19–25, 2025. We discuss steep 2026 health insurance premium hikes—12.3% for Federal Employees Health Benefits participants and 11.3% for Postal Service enrollees—which far outpace the modest cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for retirees (2.8% f…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 12-18 Oct 2025 (Episode 20)
20:21
20:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:21
In this episode of The FED Weekly, we cover the critical challenges facing federal employees and retirees for the week of October 12-18, 2025. Key topics include the deepening financial crisis from the ongoing government shutdown, with hundreds of thousands missing paychecks and facing uncertainty over back pay. Military pay was protected through a…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 5-11 Oct 2025 (Episode 19)
20:02
20:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:02
This episode of The FED Weekly covers the significant changes affecting federal employees and retirees for the week of October 5–11, 2025. Key topics include the announcement of the 2026 Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) open season, with average premium increases of 12.3%—the second year of double-digit hikes—and notable carrier discontinua…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: More Epstein Files Info and Updates... TDR-Eps 55
7:13
7:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
7:13
More Epstein Files Info and Updates...
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 28 Sep - 4 Oct 2025 (Episode 18)
17:36
17:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:36
This episode of The FED Weekly covers significant developments for federal employees and retirees from September 28 to October 4, 2025. A government shutdown defined the week after the Senate failed to pass a funding bill, with health care subsidies at the center of the dispute. The episode also details the massive culmination of the Trump administ…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Mega Dose Extended Edition of Epstein Files Coverup Coverage... TDR-Eps 54
19:58
19:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:58
The Briefing: Mega Dose Extended Edition of Epstein Files Coverup Coverage...
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 21-27 Sep 2025 (Episode 17)
16:03
16:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
16:03
In this episode of The FED Weekly, we recap critical issues for federal employees and retirees during the week of September 21-27, 2025. The primary focus is the escalating government shutdown crisis, which has been heightened by the Senate's rejection of a House funding bill and the cancellation of key votes, raising fears of furloughs and disrupt…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 14-20 Sep 2025 (Episode 16)
14:58
14:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:58
This week’s episode of The FED Weekly covers the escalating threat of a government shutdown as Congress remains deadlocked over funding bills ahead of the September 30 deadline. Lawrence explains how competing short-term funding proposals are fueling uncertainty for federal workers and retirees. President Trump’s 2026 alternative pay plan—offering …
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 7-13 Sep 2025 (Episode 15)
17:40
17:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:40
This week on The FED Weekly (7-13 Sep 2025), we cover major updates affecting federal employees and retirees. Congress introduced the Claiming Age Clarity Act to simplify Social Security claiming age terms, aiming to help retirees make more intelligent decisions about when to start benefits. Another bill, the Keep Billionaires out of Social Securit…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: More on Epstein saga and Trump cover-up... Epstein FBI informant, surveillance recordings and blackmail. NYC mansion den of depravity. Trump shields and conceals, diverts and distracts and ...
8:36
8:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:36
More on Epstein saga and Trump cover-up... Epstein FBI informant, surveillance recordings and blackmail. His NYC mansion described as den of depravity. Trump's close pal for 15 years heinous villain Epstein. Trump continues to shield and conceal the truth about Epstein and to divert, distract and denounce... labeling it a total hoax. Maxwell fully …
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 31 Aug - 6 Sep 2025 (Episode 14)
18:40
18:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:40
This week, the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program announced a historic 13.5% premium hike for 2025—significantly outpacing proposed federal pay raises and eroding purchasing power for employees and retirees. Expanded IVF and anti-obesity drug coverage are driving up costs. In retirement news, the Thrift Savings Plan topped $1 trillion…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 24-30 Aug 2025 (Episode 13)
15:07
15:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:07
In this week’s episode of The FED Weekly, Lawrence covers urgent updates for federal employees and retirees. The 2025 Federal Employees Health Benefits Program premiums are set to rise by a historic 13.5%, the most significant increase in almost 20 years, while dental and vision plan hikes are more moderate. With government funding still stalled in…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: More Epstein saga and scandal coverage continues. Maxwell moved to cushy camp. Possible pardon? Netflix series on Epstein and Maxwell. She recruited, groomed minors as sacrifices to Epstein ...
8:28
8:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:28
More Epstein saga and scandal coverage continues... Maxwell moved to cushy camp, given pampered preferential treatment in light of her interview. Convicted sex offenders are Not ever permitted or considered for camp placement due to security concerns. Beyond irregular and inexplicable it's impossible. Is possible pardon seemingly in the works? Netf…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Epstein and Trump enablers. MAGA base holds Trump accountable. Epstein coverup overshadowing Trump's agenda. Trump fumes Epstein headlines dominate the news. His diversions fall flat. Rogan ...
7:32
7:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
7:32
Epstein and Trump enablers... MAGA base is seemingly holding Trump and his cabinet chiefs accountable. Epstein coverup overshadowing Trump's agenda. Trump fumes that Epstein headlines dominate the news. Trump's usual diversions fall flat. Now it's Hillary and Obama Russia Collusion Hoax. Joe Rogan says Epstein case line in sand and rips Trump admin…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 17-23 Aug 2025 (Episode 12)
17:47
17:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:47
This episode of The FED Weekly covers crucial updates for federal employees and retirees for August 17-23, 2025. Host Lawrence outlines the impending 2026 pay freeze, significant increases in FEHB health insurance premiums, and the removal of gender-affirming care coverage from all federal health plans starting in 2026. The “One Big Beautiful Bill”…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 10-16 Aug 2025 (Episode 11)
25:07
25:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:07
With Congress adjourning for the August recess, a government shutdown looms as key budget bills remain unresolved. Divided proposals over federal spending heighten uncertainty, threatening paychecks and agency services. Major union battles escalate, including terminations of collective bargaining agreements at the VA and EPA, while unions mobilize …
…
continue reading
This episode of The FED Weekly covers major updates affecting federal employees and retirees for August 3-9, 2025. Key topics include OPM’s directive to remove COVID-19 vaccine records from personnel files, new legislation to protect employee access to personnel files, and revised rules for probationary periods that make it easier to terminate new …
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Epstein Coverup is in full gear. Trump tears into MAGA base as losers and lunatics gaslighting over Epstein obsession. Trump was great ally and enabler of Epstein. Levin mocks MAGA base Epstein ...
13:56
13:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:56
The Epstein Coverup is in full gear. Trump tears into MAGA base as losers and lunatics gaslighting them for demanding release of Epstein files. Trump continues diverting, dodging and denying. AG Bondi stalling and concealing now and as FL AG. Trump was great ally and enabler of Epstein his 'terrific guy' pal. Mark Levin mocks MAGA base fixation wit…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 27 Jul - 2 Aug 2025 (Episode 9)
14:19
14:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:19
This episode of The FED Weekly covers key policy updates impacting federal employees and retirees for the week of July 27 to August 2, 2025. Major tax changes from the Big Beautiful Bill Act, including adjustments to federal tax rates, deductions for seniors, and new credits for overtime and family leave. The episode examines President Trump’s Exec…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: The Epstein saga and scandal the coverup and conspiracy continues. Trump: 'terrific guy' Epstein. Trump is diverting, dodging and denying. MAGA base standing up to Trump. MAGA Mutiny demanding ...
9:40
9:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:40
The Epstein saga and scandal - the grand coverup and conspiracy continues. Trump was best friends with the 'terrific guy' Epstein. Trump is diverting, dodging and denying but to No avail. MAGA base standing up to Trump's bullying and belittling. MAGA Mutiny marches on and demands release of All files now! Tide is turning on Trump and his concealing…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 20-26 Jul 2025 (Episode 8)
18:20
18:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:20
This is your essential briefing for the week of 20-26 July 2025. It has been a watershed week for the federal civil service. A landmark Supreme Court decision has fully unleashed the administration's workforce reduction plans, and a stunning court filing has revealed exactly which offices are in the crosshairs. Meanwhile, the massive "One Big Beaut…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Epstein Files Cover-up and Conspiracy: Trump, Bondi, Bongino, Patel. Files, Client List, Flight Logs, Legal Docs Concealed! MAGA Meltdown and Mutiny. Trump Betrayal! TDR-Eps 48
14:03
14:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:03
The Briefing: Epstein Files Coverup and Conspiracy: Trump, Bondi, Bongino, Patel. Files, Client List, Flight Logs, Legal Docs All Concealed! DOJ Memo: No Client List! MAGA Influencers Fume and Fury, Turn on Trump: Loomer, Tucker, Musk, Rogan, Megyn Kelly, Alex Jones... MAGA Meltdown & Mutiny. Trump Betrayal! Legal Docs Reveal Trump was on 7 Flights…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 13-19 Jul 2025 (Episode 7)
20:13
20:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:13
This week, the foundations of the federal civil service experienced seismic shocks. A landmark Supreme Court decision effectively dismantled long-standing job protections, unleashing a wave of workforce reduction actions across multiple agencies. Simultaneously, the administration advanced a legal theory of "at-will" employment and created new hiri…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 6-12 July 2025 (Episode 6)
20:56
20:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:56
The second week of July 2025 brought seismic shifts to the U.S. federal workforce, marked by a coordinated effort to reshape the civil service. A landmark Supreme Court ruling on July 8 cleared the way for the administration to proceed with mass layoffs, known as Reductions-in-Force (RIFs), across the government. President Trump signed the "One Big…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump America First? MAGA Rift-Civil War: Levin, Tucker, Loomer, Bannon, Fox News waging battle over War. DNI Gabbard on outs over conflicting Intel. TDR-Eps 47
12:29
12:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:29
MAGA Rift-Civil War over War: Levin, Tucker, Loomer, Bannon, Kirk, MTG, Cruz, Fox News, others waging battle over war. DNI Gabbard on outs over conflicting Intel. Trump America First?
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 29 Jun - 5 Jul 2025 (Episode 5)
14:30
14:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:30
During the week of June 29 to July 5, 2025, major federal legislative developments preserved key benefits for current and retired federal employees. The Senate version of H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” removed all proposed cuts to pensions and health benefits previously included in the House version, including elimination of the FERS supplem…
…
continue reading
Welcome to the FED Weekly, the go-to podcast for current and retired U.S. federal employees who need to stay informed on the issues that matter most. In a rapidly changing political landscape, we deliver concise, weekly updates on the legislative, executive, and agency-level actions that have a direct impact on your professional life and financial …
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 15-21 June 2025 (Episode 3)
16:04
16:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
16:04
The FED Weekly: June 15–21, 2025 report highlights significant developments impacting federal employees and retirees. A major focus is the Senate’s draft of a budget reconciliation bill that preserves controversial measures requiring new federal employees to either pay a higher retirement contribution or forfeit civil service protections. While som…
…
continue reading
1
The FED Weekly 8-14 June 2025 (Episode 2)
23:44
23:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:44
Welcome to the Federal Workforce Roundup, the go-to podcast for current and retired U.S. federal employees who need to stay informed on the issues that matter most. In a rapidly changing political landscape, we deliver concise, weekly updates on the legislative, executive, and agency-level actions that have a direct impact on your professional life…
…
continue reading
The first week of June 2025 brought several important developments for the federal community. Below is a roundup of key news affecting U.S. federal employees and retirees, organized by category for clarity.By Dave Faulk
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump vs Musk - The Big Beautiful Bill and Breakup. Calls for Impeachment and New Political Party. Trump in Epstein Files? Military Parade and 'No Kings' Protests... TDR-Eps 46
14:24
14:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:24
Trump vs Musk - The Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) and the Breakup. Musk: 'Disgusting Abomination' the Mega Bill (BBB). Calls for Trump Impeachment and VP Vance Replacement (Big Tech's Puppet). Musk Alleges Trump in the Epstein Files. Vote Out All Politicians Who Vote for BBB. Ponders Forming New Political Party. Trump's Military Parade and 'No Kings' Pr…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Bongino whines about His FBI post and shoots down Epstein conspiracy theories. MAGA base question this being deep state coverup. Why No release of Epstein files? Alternative theories ...
11:18
11:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:18
Dan Bongino whines about how hard his FBI post is after leaving his radio job. Bongino, Patel shoot down Epstein conspiracy theories and claim his death was definitely by suicide. Much of MAGA base question whether they are part of deep state coverup. Tom discusses alternate murder theories to Epstein's death. Why have Bondi, Bongino and Patel Not …
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Comey SeaShells Threat/Publicity Antics and Secret Service Visit. Trump Feuds with Rock Stars. No Fair/Balanced Media. TDR-Eps 44
4:32
4:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
4:32
Comey seashells from hell threat and publicity antics and Secret Service investigation. Trump feuds with rock stars. Trumps falls for flattery. No fair and balanced in media or life, due to subjective vs objective realities.
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump's Obsession with Opulence. Qatar’s Gift of Luxury Jet. Trump's Chummy Tour Arab World. Art of Dealmaker or Crime Syndicate? TDR-Eps 43
9:19
9:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:19
Trump's Obsession with Opulence. Qatar’s Gift of Luxury Jet Causes Security and Legal Concerns. Trump said in 2017 Qatar Funders of Terrorism! Greed? Corruption? Bribery? Poor Judgement? Morally Compromised? Sen. Rand Paul, Sen. Ted Cruz, Mark Levin, Tucker Carlson and even Laura Loomer Have Been Highly Critical. Art of the Dealmaker or Head of Cri…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump Doesn’t Know If He Has to Uphold Constitution - Really? Where Is the Conservative and MAGA Outrage? Law and Disorder and No MAGA Pushback and No Red Line. Trump Portrays Himself as ...
7:43
7:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
7:43
Trump says He doesn’t know if he has to uphold Constitution - really? He took solemn oath. Where is the Conservative and MAGA outrage? What or who will keep Trump accountable? Trump does Not want to be bound by the Constitution and chooses to Not follow the laws of the land. He is law and order for others and lawlessness and disorder for himself. W…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump says He Runs The Country and The World! Trump 100-Days Yields Record Low Polls, Marked by Chaos and Turbulence. Trump Claims He's Made No Mistakes. More Signal Chats, Waltz Out. Rubio ...
9:49
9:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:49
Trump says He Runs The Country and The World! (Rather it's NWO Secret Rulers Reign.) Trump's 100-Days Yields Record Low Polls, Marked by Chaos and Turbulence. Trump Claims He Has Not Made Any Mistakes. More Signal Chats, Waltz Out. Rubio's Rise.
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) FL Recognized for Outstanding Service and Kristi Noem DHS Photo Op-Cosplaying ICE Barbie... TDR-Eps 40
6:03
6:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
6:03
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) FL Recognized for Her Outstanding Service in Congress and Kristi Noem DHS Photo Op-Cosplaying ICE Barbie Slammed by Conservative Commentators like Megyn Kelly and Dana Loesch.
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: RFK, JFK Classified Files Finally Fully Released. Thanks to Trump and His Cabinet for their Diligent and Dutiful Efforts to Uncover the Truth! TDR-Eps 39
4:01
4:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
4:01
RFK, JFK Classified Files Finally Fully Released. Thanks to Trump and His Cabinet for their Diligent and Dutiful Efforts to Uncover the Truth in the US Gov't Coverup of the Assassination of the Kennedy Brothers. I Wanted to Express My Deepest Appreciation and Acknowledgement of this Feat!
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump's Tariffs Protection or Destruction of the American Economy? Tariff Trump's Turbulence. American People and Economy Held Hostage to Trump's Tariff Party! TDR-Eps 38
13:15
13:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:15
Trump's Tariffs Protection or Destruction of the American Economy? Not Smart or Strategic. Rather, Erratic and Chaotic. Broad in Scope Lacking Blueprint. Tariff Trump's Turbulence. Wall Street Wipeout and Recession Rising, American People and Economy Held Hostage to Trump's Tariff Party! Trump's Medicine! Market Madness!…
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: Trump-Vance Tag-Team Zelensky Staged-Setup Media Spectacle Recap. 'Putinization' of America? Trump Compromised? TDR-Eps 37
12:01
12:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:01
The Briefing: Trump-Vance Tag-Team Zelensky Staged-Setup Media Spectacle Recap. 'Putinization' of America? Trump Compromised by KGB? Just 4% of Americans Side with Russia. We Must Stand Up for What is Right and Defend the Truth, No Matter What. (Recorded Earlier)
…
continue reading
1
The Briefing: More on Morality Matters and Principled Stance. Compromised, Unethical Media. Trump's Regal Reign and Imperial Interventionalist Impulses... TDR-Eps 36
9:00
9:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:00
More on Morality Matters and Principled Stance. The Compromised, Unethical Media. Trump's Regal Reign and Imperial Interventionalist Impulses Beyond the Bounds of the Constitution and Respect for National Sovereignty.
…
continue reading
1
TDR: Scandals-Lies-Deceit-Hypocrisy-Disinformation-Coverups in Fox News-Trump Eco-System to Gov't Power-Positions Revealed: Morality No Longer Matters... TDR-Eps 35
25:36
25:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:36
Scandals-Lies-Deceit-Hypocrisy-Disinformation-Coverups in Fox News-Trump Eco-System to Gov't Power-Positions Revealed. Morality No Longer Matters and No longer Truth to Power in Trump 2.0 in Staffing and Governance. Yet, Many of Trumps Bold Policy Initiatives (that are Constitutional and Common Sense) are Necessary.…
…
continue reading
