The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

00:11:02

Forget blueprints. AI is learning to sketch...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/21

Architects are starting to use AI not just to speed up design, but to rethink how design begins. At Texas A&M, researchers are building tools that turn simple text prompts into immersive 3D building models. Here to explain how those tools work, and where they don't, is Professor of Architecture at Texas A&M University, Dr. Wei Yan. 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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00:09:25

How the SEC and those who work with it are handling...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/21

As we continue our coverage of the effect that government shutdowns have on different agencies, we now turn to the Securities and Exchange Commission. While the majority of the agency's oversight happens over corporate entities, it is yet another one that seen certain activities put on hold when Congress can't come up with a budget. To hear what those might be, we welcome Cynthia Krus, Partner and Co-Chair of the Global Board at Eversheds Sutherland. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

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00:49:13

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/21

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Latest news from the hill concerning furloughed employees backpay Forget blueprints. AI is learning to sketch buildings from scratch, starting with just your words How the SEC and those who work with it are handling the shutdown 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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00:07:07

Using SecDevOps to produce secure software

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

The concept of DevSecOps has been around long enough that it's now firmly established in most federal agencies, but using it to produce secure software on a regular basis takes careful planning. Darren Death is the Chief Information Security Officer at the Export Import Bank, and Madhuri Sammid is the Deputy Associate Chief Information Officer at the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. They talked with Federal News Network's Jared serbu As part of our 2025 Cyber Leaders Exchange. See

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00:07:49

Political appointees to be more involved in...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

President Trump's months long hiring freeze is starting to thaw at least a little bit. A new executive order maintains strict limits on federal recruitment with a handful of exceptions, but now agencies can try to get around that freeze as long as hires are approved by political appointees. Here with the latest to explain it all is Federal News Network's Drew Friedman. 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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00:08:58

Some help from a local university to help furloughed...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

With many federal employees currently furloughed, American University's School of Public Affairs is a day of free learning and networking opportunities for government employees who have been impacted by the shutdown. It's an idea that was sparked from one of the previous shutdowns, and has garnered some positive feedback. To hear more about this, I had the chance to speak with Alison Jacknowitz Interim Dean of the School of Public Affairs (SPA) at American University. See Privacy Policy at

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00:48:21

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Some help from a local university to help furloughed feds broaden their horizons during their forced time off With federal HR in flux, smaller teams are finding smarter ways to do more with less We get the latest updates on Congressional inaction regarding the government shutdown 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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00:09:35

We get the latest updates on Congressional inaction...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

By this point, the lines have been drawn and it seems as if there may be no end in sight for this government shutdown. That's not only the general consensus, that seems to be the attitude many leaders in Congress are taking as well. To find out the latest and where things currently stand, we welcome back WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller. 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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00:12:18

With federal HR in flux, smaller teams are finding...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/20

From hiring freezes to shifting workforce priorities, federal HR teams are under pressure. But technology may offer a path forward, especially for smaller offices trying to stay ahead. That’s the view of Rick Hammell, founder and CEO of Globalli. 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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00:06:41

CISA directs agencies to address 'significant cyber...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

Agencies are on a tight deadline to address a new and major cyber security vulnerability. The cyber security and infrastructure security agency directed agencies to patch potentially vulnerable F5 devices in an emergency. Directive comes as agencies also navigate reduced staffing during the shutdown. For more on all of this, we bring in Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:09:18

Vendors starting to take shutdown-related austerity...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

The anxiety level among federal contractors is starting to rise as the partial government shutdown enters its third week with lawmakers still far apart in how to at least temporarily fund the government, some contractors are implementing austerity measures to help reduce the impact on their bottom line for more on what steps some federal contractors are starting to take. Federal News Network Executive Editor Jason Miller joins me now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California

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00:52:45

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The IRS is losing lawyers, giving companies leverage in court A new DFARS rule could block defense contracts for firms with foreign consulting ties From heart health to health equity, Dr. David Goff is shaping science and inspiring 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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00:11:06

The IRS is losing lawyers, giving companies leverage...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

More than 170 IRS attorneys have withdrawn from Tax Court cases since January, with dozens leaving the agency entirely. That’s slowing litigation, prompting settlements, and weakening the government’s ability to enforce tax laws. Here to explain what this exodus means for corporate accountability is Former Chief, DOJ Tax Division’s appellate section, Gil Rothenberg. 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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00:11:59

From heart health to health equity, Dr. David Goff is...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

Dr. David Goff leads a $2.1 billion cardiovascular research portfolio at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, driving breakthroughs in maternal health, precision medicine, and inclusive data science. His work has helped set the national research agenda while uplifting the culture of public service. As a 2025 Arthur S. Flemming Award recipient, Dr. Goff joins us to reflect on the science, the service, and what’s next. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy

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00:11:01

A new DFARS rule could block defense contracts for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/17

The Defense Department is tightening restrictions on who can win consulting contracts. A new DFARS amendment bars awards to firms that also advise certain foreign governments—unless they clear a high bar for conflict mitigation. Here to explain what contractors need to know before the rule takes effect on October 24 is Venable Partner, Diz Locaria. 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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00:06:22

Court blocks Trump administration’s latest mass...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/16

A judge is temporarily blocking the Trump administration from carrying out its latest round of federal employee layoffs at most agencies. Administration officials say RIF notices went out to about 4000 federal employees last Friday. President Donald Trump and senior administration officials say more layoffs could be coming at the end of this week. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman joins me with the latest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:06:29

Is it legal to use R&D money to pay troops during...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/16

Military service members are seeing paychecks hit their bank accounts this week after the defense department moved billions to cover military salaries, but it's unclear what legal authority allowed the department to move the funds, raising questions about whether it could violate the Anti Deficiency Act. Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis is here with more. 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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00:51:09

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/16

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton What happens to public trust when the National Guard is deployed to American streets? Shutdown warnings turned into partisan messaging after ethics rules failed to hold the line 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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00:13:44

Shutdown warnings turned into partisan messaging...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/16

Common Cause has filed 54 ethics complaints against the Trump administration, citing violations of the Hatch Act, Anti-Deficiency Act, and Anti-Lobbying Act. The filings expose what the group calls a “fragmented, outdated” oversight system unable to confront coordinated abuse. Here to explain the findings and the case for a single, independent watchdog is senior vice president for policy and litigation at Common Cause, Omar Noureldin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California

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00:22:21

What happens to public trust when the National Guard...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/10/16

Recent deployments of Guard units to cities like D.C., L.A., and Memphis have raised tough questions about leadership, legality, and long-term impact. From command structure to civil-military relations, former Army Secretary and Congressman Patrick Murphy weighs in on what these missions mean for the Guard—and the country. 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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