The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

00:10:21

Tracking apportionments reveals if agencies follow...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/25

As agencies figure out how to obligate funds before the fiscal year ends, the apportionment database offers a way to assess whether executive branch spending aligns with congressional intent. From impoundments to rescissions, it’s a key tool for tracking compliance, transparency, and the balance of fiscal power. Here to explain how it all fits together is Program Integrity Fellow with Arnold Ventures, Doug Criscitello. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:09:38

Is “cheap mass” just a gateway to permanent software...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/25

Neo-defense tech firms promise innovation, deterrence, and reindustrialization, but their real profit model may hinge less on hardware and more on locking in software. Here to sift through the hype and get to what it all means for the future of U.S. defense strategy is defense researcher analyst and War on the Rocks contributor, Jonathan Panter. 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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00:08:55

Agencies breathe a sigh of relief with a recent...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/25

The Court of Federal Claims rejected Percipient.ai’s challenge to the government’s evaluation process, reinforcing long-standing precedent on standing and discretion. While the ruling went the government’s way, it still offers key takeaways for contractors. Here with an explanation of the case and its consequences is partner at Haynes Boone, Dan Ramish. 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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00:07:22

GSA walks back mass layoffs of its federal buildings...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

Ahead of an agency reorganization, the General Services Administration is walking back mass layoffs across its real estate division. The Public Building Service saw major workforce cuts amid plans to shrink its portfolio of federal buildings, but now PBS is asking hundreds of laid off employees to come back to work. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman is here with more details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:22

Agencies told to remove government jargon from...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

Agencies are being told to change the way they describe positions when promoting job openings. The Office of Personnel Management wants federal job titles to be descriptive, organizational or functional in nature, or in other words, OPM says cut the government jargon. Here with the latest 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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00:12:31

A new lawsuit says the Department of Energy is...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

American Oversight is suing the Department of Energy over a new policy that could quietly shut down thousands of public records requests. The rule requires requesters to re-confirm interest in pending FOIA submissions without notice, risking mass closures and undermining transparency. Here to explain the legal challenge and its broader implications is Chioma Chukwu, Executive Director of American Oversight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:50:19

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The Federal Register is flashing warning signs A new lawsuit says the Department of Energy is quietly dismantling FOIA and public transparency Aviation meteorologists help keep flights safe, but there aren’t enough of them 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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00:08:53

Aviation meteorologists help keep flights safe, but...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

Bad weather can snarl air travel, and aviation meteorologists are the ones helping air traffic controllers make fast, informed decisions to keep flights safe and efficient. But a new GAO report finds that staffing at FAA’s Center Weather Service Units has dropped to critical levels, adding to the stressors already challenging the airspace system. Here with more details on their findings and recommendations is Director, Physical Infrastructure Team, at the Government Accountability Office, Derrick

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00:10:36

The Federal Register is flashing warning signs

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/24

Something is different in the Federal Register online data base. Users noticed in August that numbers got much less precise, search results were truncated, and meaningful summaries had disappeared. Here to report on what's happening and why it matters is VP for Policy and a Senior Fellow and the Competitive Enterprise Institute, Wayne Crews. 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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00:08:41

How feds can navigate the new fault lines in job...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

From the September 30 resignations to the President’s alternative pay plan, federal employees are facing a wave of structural changes. Add in court challenges to Trump-era terminations and the unraveling of collective bargaining, and the stakes for civil service protections have never been higher. Here to talk through the details is Staff Vice President for Policy and Programs at NARFE, John Hatton. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:11:42

Why this fiscal year-end feels different for agency...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

From staffing cuts to shifting guidance, federal contracting offices are navigating a year-end landscape unlike any in recent memory. The ripple effects are hitting small businesses and big prime contractors alike. We get perspective from former GSA Administrator Emily Murphy. 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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00:09:01

Lawsuits challenging Trump administration policies

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

There have been a lot of lawsuits this year challenging the Trump administration's federal employment policies. A few have been successful, but quite a few have also been dismissed over jurisdictional issues. That's because in most cases, executive branch administrative agencies are supposed to handle disputes between the feds and their agencies. But what if those administrative agencies themselves aren't up to the task? A new legal opinion hints that courts might have to step in. Federal News

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00:10:29

How to use artificial intelligence to fix federal...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

Artificial intelligence could help agencies modernize outdated regulations, but a leaked Trump administration proposal may push reform past the point of legality. Smart use of AI requires an understanding of the complexity of regulations and the unintended consequences of deregulation. Here to explain how best to deploy AI responsibly for this purpose is Founder of the GW Regulatory Studies Center and former OIRA Administrator, Susan Dudley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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00:07:40

NGA’s AI standards work aims to avoid ATO-like process

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

The National Geospatial Intelligence Agency has been amplifying its long-running efforts to use artificial intelligence and machine learning. This year, NGA has established several leadership positions focused specifically on AI, and it is developing new standards to ensure AI is applied to the geospatial intelligence mission responsibly. For more on these efforts, Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday joins me now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:50:08

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/23

Today on The Federal Drive with Terry GertonHow to use artificial intelligence to fix federal regulations without breaking the law in the processHow feds can navigate the new fault lines in job security, pay and representationWhy this fiscal year-end feels different for agency contracting shops 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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00:12:47

CBP’s latest partnerships let ports and companies pay...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/22

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has announced 33 new reimbursable services agreements, allowing private and public entities to pay for expanded inspection and processing support at ports of entry. The program doesn’t replace core services—it supplements them where demand exceeds CBP’s funded capacity. Here to explain what’s changing and what it means for trade, travel, and transparency is Director of Alternative Funding Programs, Office of Field Operations - Customs and Border Protection, Ryan

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00:09:48

Military families face health, safety hazards due to...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/22

The Defense Department Inspector General has found that the military services are not properly overseeing maintenance of privatized housing units. According to the recent investigation, military housing officials did not correctly perform any of the inspections the watchdog observed inspectors skipped critical safety checks, including making sure windows opened in case of an emergency and ensuring electric outlets were free of electrical hazards. The military housing offices did not have enough

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00:07:36

HUD joining GSA centralized acquisition services pilot

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/22

The General Services Administration is now handling purchases for more federal agencies. HUD is the latest to join GSA centralized buying effort, part of a broader push by the Trump administration to streamline procurement for more on GSA, ongoing effort to change the way agencies buy. Federal News Network's Executive Editor Jason Miller joins me now. 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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00:55:27

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/22

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton CBP’s latest partnerships let ports and companies pay for more support What if AI could spot the next elite warfighter before they ever raise their hand? There's no clear path to avoid a 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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00:14:34

What if AI could spot the next elite warfighter...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/22

The U.S. Air Force is using a cross-enterprise AI platform trained on over a million profiles to pinpoint those with the highest odds of success in Special Warfare. Here to explain how they are supercharging Air Force recruiters are Paul Breitenbach, founder and CEO of r4 Technologies, and retired Marine Colonel Tyler Zagurski, r4's Vice President of Talent and Workforce Solutions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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