The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

00:10:27

A VA fix for sexual trauma claims was supposed to...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/02

The VA launched a centralized operations center to improve how it handles military sexual trauma claims but a new Inspector General report says the effort brought minimal change. And with VA staffing levels shrinking, the risks to claim accuracy and timely support are only growing. Here to break down what went wrong and what it means for veterans counting on the system to work is the Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits and Evaluations at the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of the

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00:45:58

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/02

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Opening doors for Americans who can’t see, but refuse to be unseen A VA fix for sexual trauma claims was supposed to help, but veterans are still waiting for results Congress is back, and the collision of politics and policy is about to get loud 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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00:09:34

Congress is back, and the collision of politics and...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/02

Lawmakers return from summer recess with a packed agenda and a charged atmosphere. From appropriations battles and the National Defense Authorization Act to D.C. autonomy and Centers for Disease Control chaos, the work intersects with political theater at every turn. Add late-breaking pocket rescissions to the mix, and the stakes get even higher. Here to map out what’s ahead and what’s at risk is deputy news director at Bloomberg Government, Loren Duggan. See Privacy Policy at

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00:10:43

Opening doors for Americans who can’t see, but refuse...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/09/02

For thousands of Americans with visual impairments, federal acquisition means possibility. Through National Industries for the Blind, meaningful work becomes a path to independence, dignity, and purpose. The organization plays a unique role in federal contracting, blending mission with impact. Here to share how that mission is changing lives is Sorraya Corea, President and CEO of NIB. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:11:30

Inspector general checks whether IRS staff are...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

A Treasury Department watchdog is conducting an audit to see if IRS employees are reporting to the office as often as they claim. President Donald Trump ordered federal employees to return to the office full time soon after taking office himself, but some IRS employees say they're working in unsuitable conditions. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman has more on all of this. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:11:30

GDA's $1 awards for AI tools come under protest

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

$1 contracts for access to leading edge artificial intelligence companies may be too good to be true. The General Services Administration's recent awards to Open AI and Anthropic are facing protests before the Government Accountability Office with details about the protests and why one vendor is crying foul, Federal News Network's Executive Editor Jason Miller joins me now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:54:41

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A federal data mix-up could mean your personal info isn’t as safe as you think New contracting goals shift the playing field for small and disadvantaged businesses IRS leadership is in flux and taxpayers may feel the fallout 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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00:11:26

A federal data mix-up could mean your personal info...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

A new IG report reveals the IRS sent incorrect taxpayer data to the Department of Education—raising serious questions about how federal agencies exchange sensitive information. As the Department of Government Efficiency pushes for broader data consolidation across government and as the IRS continues to shed staff and funding, this slip-up shows how one error can ripple across systems and put personal privacy at risk. Here to unpack the findings and what they mean for future data-sharing efforts is

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00:11:31

IRS leadership is in flux and taxpayers may feel the...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

The IRS is facing another shake-up at the top, with the loss of its Senate-confirmed commissioner, a new acting Chief Counsel stepping in, and the Chief of Appeals heading for retirement. That’s on top of a 25% staff reduction and deep budget cut, all of which raise serious questions about how the agency will handle enforcement, taxpayer services, and policy implementation. Here to unpack what this leadership churn means for taxpayers and the future of tax administration, is partner at Fox

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00:09:24

New contracting goals shift the playing field for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/29

Federal agencies are shifting their small business contracting goals, but not all small firms are seeing the benefits. While overall targets are going up, goals for disadvantaged businesses are being scaled back. Here to explain what’s changing, why it matters, and what it could mean for small contractors trying to compete is Attorney with Koprince McCall Pottroff, Stephanie Ellis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:15

Post-Katrina reform law shapes FEMA staff’s public...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

Employees at the Federal Emergency Management Agency are publicly pushing back against changes at FEMA under the Trump administration. More than 190 current and former FEMA staff signed the Katrina declaration, warning that staffing cuts and other changes are risking another crisis like Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago. For the latest on the letter and its impact 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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00:10:58

OPM's Director Kupor on on the modernization efforts...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

The Office of Personnel Management is taking on some big changes this year, like trying to modernize the Federal Retirement System, improve health insurance programs for federal employees, and overhaul the hiring process. But as OPM undertakes those major efforts, the agency is on track to lose 1000 employees, a third of its total workforce by the end of the year. As part of our Workforce Reimagined event Federal News Network's Drew Friedman, got more from OPM Director Scott Kupor. Here's a segment

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00:11:27

A proposed rule could potentially put all current...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

It's no secret that the Trump administration wants to have more control of who federal agencies hire and fire. A new proposed rule from the Office of Personnel Management would provide it a new tool to do so, allowing it to examine the suitability and fitness of an employee any time, not just during the hiring process, as it is currently used. As you can imagine, there are some against the idea. One of them is Joe Spielberger, policy counsel for the Project on Government Oversight. He recently spoke

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00:10:22

Federal grants face a shake-up—new rules, new...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

The President’s latest executive order could change how federal grants are awarded—and who gets them. It puts senior political appointees in charge of reviewing funding opportunities and ties discretionary awards more closely to White House priorities. Here to walk us through what’s in the order and what it could mean for agencies, grantees, and the future of federal funding is partner at Haynes Boone, Dan Ramish. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:54:53

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A proposed rule could potentially put all current federal employees on the chopping block Hiring hurdles at USPS? A new report offers fresh ideas that could help clear the path Federal grants face a shake-up—new rules, new gatekeepers, and new limits 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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00:11:10

Hiring hurdles at USPS? A new report offers fresh...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/28

There’s no single formula for hiring success, but the Postal Service’s inspector general has rounded up some smart, field-tested ideas that other agencies might want to borrow. From welcome kits to walk-in interviews, it’s a reminder that small changes can make a big difference. David Garcia from the USPS OIG joined us to unpack the findings. 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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00:07:55

Trump taps DOGE-aligned tech leader to overhaul...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/27

The Trump administration is tapping a private sector tech leader with ties to the Department of government efficiency to overhaul federal websites. Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia says he's been appointed to serve as the Chief Design Officer of the United States. President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week outlining his plans to make public facing services beautiful and efficient. Here with more on the EO and Gebbia is Federal News Network's Jory Heckman.See Privacy Policy at

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00:07:25

HHS moves to ‘de-recognize’ federal union contracts

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/27

Employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have lost official recognition of their right to union representation. The cancelation of collective bargaining at HHS makes it the latest agency in a growing line of union contract terminations across government. The move comes in response to an executive order from President Trump earlier this year. Here with more details on this is Federal News Network's Drew Friedman. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy

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00:09:09

Financial reporting rules boost trust—but small firms...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/27

Keeping financial reporting honest is critical but for smaller public companies, meeting Sarbanes-Oxley requirements can be a costly challenge. A new GAO report finds that while compliance boosts transparency, the burden of auditor fees and internal controls hits small firms harder, raising questions about how to strike the right balance. Here to fill us in on their findings is Director, financial Markets and Community Investment at GAO, Michael Clements. See Privacy Policy at

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00:10:18

Can federal cybersecurity keep up with the quantum...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2025/08/27

Congress is once again focusing on quantum cybersecurity—this time with a bipartisan bill that calls on the White House to lay out a national strategy for protecting federal systems from future quantum-powered hacks. It builds on earlier efforts to prepare agencies for the encryption-breaking risks that quantum computing could bring. To explain what’s in the bill and where the government stands, Federal News Network’s Eric White spoke with Rebecca Krauthamer, CEO of post-quantum cryptography firm

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