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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'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, January 1, 2026
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39:12It's New Year's Day 2026, and coming up on the 'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton, we share some of our regular guests with their predictions for 2026. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By [email protected]
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FAA could see major steps towards modernization in 2026
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7:10The FAA has been working to update its aging air traffic control system, literally, for decades now. But 2026 is looking to be a big year on the FAA modernization front. The One Big Beautiful Bill Congress passed earlier this year puts more than $12 billion toward air traffic control modernization. And the FAA’s new administrator expects to obligat…
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NIH aims to enroll a million Americans in a health study, but first it must close critical gaps in protecting their data
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9:19The All of Us Research Program aims to build one of the largest health databases in history, but an OIG audit found weaknesses in the National Institutes of Health’s oversight and access controls that could put sensitive participant data at risk. Charles Summers from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General is here to…
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Bid protests crafted by AI are increasing, but when they cite cases that don’t exist, the fallout is real
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9:54As contractors lean on AI to draft bid protests, some filings have cited cases that don’t exist or don’t support their claims. We’ll explore why this is happening, the legal risks and what AI means for speed and accuracy in acquisition with Stephen Bacon, partner in the Government Contracts Practice Group at Rogers Joseph O'Donnell. See Privacy Pol…
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The Pentagon says it's short more than 20,000 cyber professionals, one group says veterans could help fill the gap
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8:19The Pentagon faces a shortage of more than 20,000 cyber professionals, and across the country, the civilian cyber shortfall is estimated at over 750,000. This raises big questions about how to build a stronger pipeline. Veterans bring mission focus and technical aptitude, but challenges remain in training, credentialing, and connecting talent to op…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - December 31, 2025
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47:30Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Bid protests crafted by AI are increasing, but when they cite cases that don’t exist, the fallout is real NIH aims to enroll a million Americans in a health study, but first it must close critical gaps in protecting their data The Pentagon says it's short more than 20,000 cyber professionals...one group …
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Acquisition more than IT drove the news in 2025
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8:51In 2025 for a change, federal acquisition dominated the news cycle. From the FAR overhaul to GSA's OneGov strategy to the increased scrutiny on consultants, contracting was front and center for much of 2025. For more on some of the top news stories across the federal technology and acquisition landscape, Federal News Network executive editor Jason …
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There’s new leadership at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
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4:46The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency has new leadership in place. Justin Overbaugh has been serving as acting director of DCSA since November. Overbaugh was confirmed by the Senate in September to serve as deputy under secretary of defense for intelligence and security. His appointment to also lead DCSA comes after full-time director…
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House Democrats question OPM on retirement processing delays
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7:58Federal retirement delays are gaining more attention and criticism in Congress. House Democrats are pressing the Office of Personnel Management for answers on how it’s addressing abnormally high retirement numbers. The application surge, largely caused by the deferred resignation program, is slowing down retirement processing for thousands of forme…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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49:05Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton On a remote Alaskan glacier, a mission of recovery and respect continues 2026 could be the year government contracting shifts from disruption to execution From DOJ to VA, Kshmendra Paul’s journey shows what lasting public service looks like See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…
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From DOJ to VA, Kshmendra Paul’s journey shows what lasting public service looks like
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8:04After nearly two decades shaping data sharing and governance across federal agencies, Kshmendra Paul has been elected a NAPA Fellow. We’ll talk about his proudest accomplishments, what this honor means, and his advice for the next generation of public servants. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/…
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On a remote Alaskan glacier, a mission of recovery and respect continues
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10:10It’s a mission shaped by harsh terrain and deep responsibility: recovering and identifying service members lost in an Alaskan crash more than 70 years ago. Kate Grosso and Carlos Colon, medicolegal investigators with the Department of Defense, share what it takes to make that happen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…
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2026 could be the year government contracting shifts from disruption to execution
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10:29The Senate wrapped up 2025 by confirming 97 Trump appointees, bringing the total to 417 for his second term, a move that restores some predictability for industry and speeds up acquisition decisions. From procurement momentum to defense modernization and small-business integration, PSC is tracking the trends that will shape the year ahead. Joining …
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DHS looks to cut number of paper FOIA requests
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8:26The Department of Homeland Security is looking to cut down on the number of paper Freedom of Information Act requests it receives. Under a final rule set to go into effect next month, DHS will require most people to submit FOIA and Privacy Act requests electronically. DHS will allow for alternative submission methods in limited circumstances where …
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2025 marks a transformational year for the Defense Dept
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7:012025 has been a transformational year for the Defense Department. The Air Force scrapped most of its sweeping Reoptimization Initiative announced under previous leadership. The Army undertook one of its most significant acquisition and organizational reform efforts in decades. Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis joins me now to highlight some of …
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CBP increases hiring incentives, amid record DHS recruiting year
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12:20The Department of Homeland Security's year was marked by high profile immigration enforcement operations and turbulence behind the scenes. DHS also received a historic influx of new funding under the tax and reconciliation bill passed by Congress in July, but the department faces some big management challenges as it prepares for a consequential yea…
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When the U.S. stops tracking global air quality, the world feels it
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10:09The State Department’s Global Air Monitoring Program gave diplomats and citizens abroad real-time data on air pollution and drove transparency worldwide. Its shutdown leaves a gap with serious health and economic consequences. We’ll explore what’s at stake and what it would take to restore the program with retired foreign service officer Tahra Vose…
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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, December 29, 2025
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52:24Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A hidden DoD lab sounds like a cyber-thriller, but its real mission is shaping the future of digital investigations When the U.S. stops tracking global air quality, the world feels it An FBI practice meant to safeguard national security was quietly set aside for top leadership See Privacy Policy at https…
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A hidden DoD lab sounds like a cyber-thriller, but its real mission is shaping the future of digital investigations
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10:42Few people outside the Pentagon know about the Defense Department's CyberCrime Center's Cyber Forensics Lab, but its work underpins Defense Department criminal investigations, major defense contractor cases, and even Justice Department prosecutions. Today, we’ll uncover how this team’s cutting-edge capabilities strengthen national security and rede…
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An FBI practice meant to safeguard national security was quietly set aside for top leadership
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9:40New reporting shows FBI Director Kash Patel granted polygraph waivers to Deputy Director Dan Bongino and two senior aides. That's an unprecedented step in the bureau’s clearance process. William Turton of ProPublica explains what that decision means for vetting standards and oversight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …
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'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, December 26, 2025
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39:13It's Friday, December 26th, and today on the 'Best of' the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton, we're sharing conversations with some amazing people and what motivates their public service. Diana Burley Elizabeth Kolmstetter Dr. David Goff See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-…
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'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, December 25, 2025
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39:12It's Thursday, December 25th, Christmas Day and today on the 'Best of" the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton, we're sharing some of our conversations with amazing people on what motivates their public service. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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Veterans Affairs will no longer perform some emergency services
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6:48Veterans Affairs will no longer perform abortions in emergency cases in light of a new legal opinion from the Justice Department. The VA started providing abortions to veterans in certain life-threatening circumstances in fall 2022. This comes after the Supreme Court ruling on the Dobbs v. Jackson case. The department began the process of rolling b…
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After a tumultuous year, the federal workforce looks a lot different
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7:15After a tumultuous year for the federal workforce, many feds are in a much different position now than they were at the start of 2025. The Trump administration's workforce reductions hit some agencies harder than others, but no matter which way you slice it, the loss of 300,000 employees has significantly reshaped government. Here with more on this…
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Trump administration reshaping of agencies saw GSA as focal point of governmentwide changes
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7:13The Trump administration reshaped many agencies this year. But the General Services Administration became the focus point of many governmentwide changes. The Department of Government Efficiency set high cost-cutting goals for GSA. Next year, an agency watchdog take a closer look at whether it met those targets. Federal News Network’s Jory Heckman h…
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