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Federal Newscast

Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio

THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, (length about seven minutes), is a daily Monday through Friday, high-information compilation of nine 40-second news stories and news packages, generated by the non-partisan, non-political, private-sector team of reporters at Federal News Network. Federal News Radio Producer/Newscasters Eric White and Michele Sandiford assemble and read the stories on the THE FEDERAL DRIVE with TERRY GERTON, the weekday morning-drive program, heard from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. (ET) on the

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3:44

Three postal workers convicted in scheme to deliver...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/26

In today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says three postal workers conspired to use USPS equipment to distribute large amounts of pot to the D.C. area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:54

New program lets you meet face to face with IRS over...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/25

In today's Federal Newscast, the Internal Revenue Service is trying out a pilot program to let taxpayers meet with IRS representatives through virtual conferences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:14

Bill to create new cyber agency at DHS to be...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/24

In today's Federal Newscast, Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) is set to introduce legislation this week which would reshuffle the Homeland Security Department to create an agency focused on cybersecurity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:54

Former DEA officer pleads guilty to using gun in robbery

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/21

In today's Federal Newscast, a former officer with the Drug Enforcement Administration admits to taking part in a robbery disguised as a standard search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:06

Congress increases use of earmarks in 2017

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/20

In today's Federal Newscast, the Citizens Against Government Waste releases its 2017 Pig Book, highlighting what they see as wasteful spending by Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:46

Idea of new space branch for the military gets cold...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/19

In today's Federal Newscast, another high ranking defense official comes out against the creation of a new military branch to focus on space issues, called for in the House's defense authorization bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:50

IRS' record retention practices now below federal...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/18

In today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights poor record management at the Internal Revenue Service, leading to lost or accidentally destroyed federal records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:42

One of EPA's top cops is retiring

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/17

In today's Federal Newscast, Susan Shinkman, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Civil Enforcement says she will be retiring by the end of the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:48

OPM proposes new guidelines on admin leave

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/14

In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has proposed new regulations that define parameters for agencies in granting administrative leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:13

OMB to agencies: Learn to live with less

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/13

In today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has issued its guidelines to federal agencies for 2019 budget submissions, telling them to get comfortable with lower civilian spending and workforce levels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:12

Severe cybersecurity issues found at Army medical...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/12

In today's Federal Newscast, a report issued by the Defense Department inspector general has found 350 known security vulnerabilities at three Army hospitals and clinics, adding Defense Heath Agency and Army officials have failed to effectively protect electronic patient health information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:56

Report offers a roadmap for White House leadership on...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/11

In today's Federal Newscast, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation has proposed a detailed set of recommendations for the White House to boost faith in the legitimacy of government by improving its effectiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:22

VA's first 'accountability' posting shows hundreds...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/10

In today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has posted its first list of employee removals, suspensions and demotions showing 525 VA staffers have been fired since President Trump took office in January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:56

Watchdog group claims 'biased hierarchy' persists at NPS

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/07

In today's Federal Newscast, senior National Park Service officials continue to receive immunity from disciplinary actions despite findings of misconduct. The findings, according to an independent watchdog group, continue the perception of a biased hierarchy within the agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:46

Audit finds deficiencies with DHS data security

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/06

In today's Federal Newscast, an audit finds the Homeland Security Department's Office of the Chief Information Officer and Office of Financial Management is not taking all the necessary steps to make sure data it collects was not compromised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:01

State Dept. survey shows lack of leadership and...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/05

In today's Federal Newscast, a survey of employees from the State Department shows deep dissatisfaction with longstanding problems and with current leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:59

Justice Department's Compliance Officer resigns...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/04

In today's Federal Newscast, Compliance Counsel for the Justice Department Hui Chen says she is leaving her job to participate in more political activism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:59

Senate committee passes FAA funding measure without...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/07/03

In today's Federal Newscast, a bill authorizing the Federal Aviation Administration gets through the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee without plans to privatize the nation's air traffic control system like it's House counterpart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:34

FBI Special Agent indicted for making false...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/06/30

In today's Federal Newscast, an FBI Special Agent involved with the 2016 standoff at an Oregon wildlife refuge gets indicted for making false statements about an encounter with one of the occupiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:31

House Armed Services Committee approves adding...

Federal Newscast ·

2017/06/29

In today's Federal Newscast, the House Armed Services Committee is in the process of creating a defense spending bill for fiscal 2018 and has approved an amendment which identifies climate change as a national security threat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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