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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio

The Federal Drive with Terry Gertonprovides expert insights on current events in the federal community.Read more interviewsto 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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00:10:49

For victims, a quick stop at an ATM or gas station...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/24

Card‑skimming is no longer a local nuisance; it’s become a coordinated, multi‑state fraud pipeline built on speed, technology and volume. The Secret Service is tracing how these crews operate, and partnerships with banks and local police are helping shut them down. We’ll look at the scope of the threat and the impact on victims with Secret Service Special Agent Michael Peck. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:08:42

NIH expands AI pilots amid staffing reductions

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

The National Institutes of Health continued to lean into the use of artificial intelligence last year. The NIH has now initiated more than 100 AI pilots over the last few years. Those efforts ramped up as the health agency also navigated staffing cuts and other turmoil in 20-25. For more, Federal News Network’s Justin Doubleday 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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00:07:09

House Democrats pressure Bureau of Prisons leadership...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

House Democrats are pressing Bureau of Prisons leaders on their plans to address long-time staffing shortages. For years, low staffing at BOP has contributed to operational issues and unsafe conditions across the federal prison system. A letter sent Friday to BOP’s Director says the workforce issues have reached a “crisis point.” Here with more, Federal News Network’s Drew Friedman. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:10:10

The BIOSECURE Act is coming, and no contractor is as...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

A new federal law is about to require contractors to map their supply chains, vet their vendors, and prove they’re not relying on banned biotech companies. Many firms will discover exposure they didn’t know they had. We’ll explain what’s at stake with Alex Major, Partner and Co‑Chair of the Government Contracts & Global Trade Practice at McCarter & English. 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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00:10:29

A new Supreme Court ruling has upended the...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

The Supreme Court’s decision striking down the administration’s tariff framework landed in the middle of a crowded stretch on Capitol Hill, where talks to end the DHS partial shutdown have turned to carving agencies out for standalone funding. Lawmakers are also weighing everything from reconciliation plans to aviation safety and the latest FISA fight. We break down what to watch in the days ahead with WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent, Mitchell Miller. See Privacy Policy at

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00:09:47

Congress.gov is gearing up for another round of user...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

After completing interviews with congressional and public users in November and December, the Congress.gov team is preparing for a new research phase this spring. The insights from last year’s sessions are guiding the next steps in modernizing the user experience. I'll explore the takeaways and what’s ahead with Chief of the Design Division, OCIO, at the Library of Congress, Kristin Davis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:49:08

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/23

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The BIOSECURE Act is coming, and no contractor is as “biotech‑free” as they think Congress.gov is gearing up for another round of user research after a revealing set of interviews late last year A new Supreme Court ruling has upended the President’s global tariff plan just as Congress faces fresh pressure to avert a partial shutdown at Homeland Security See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:06:24

For DOT, 6-month sprints demonstrating aptitude for...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

The Transportation Department is pushing back against the old adage, “if it ain’t broke, why fix it?” Instead, DOT is looking at all of its technology systems and infrastructure and asking how they can drive better outcomes, particularly through modernization. For more on how Transportation is modernizing many of its legacy systems, Federal News Network executive editor Jason Miller caught up with Pavan Pidugu, the chief digital and information officer at the Department of Transportation, to learn

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00:09:29

DoD memo’s use cases clarify mission impact of new...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

One of the key highlights of the Defense Department’s recent memo on multi-factor authentication for unclassified and secret networks is the clarification that DoD Public Key Infrastructure — not the common access card itself — is the department’s primary authenticator. Previous policies would often go back and forth between describing the CAC or PKI as DoD’s primary credential, creating confusion. Plus, the memo finally introduces passwordless authentication methods designed to give service members

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00:14:49

The government’s first $1 million antitrust...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

DOJ’s first antitrust whistleblower reward signals a more aggressive approach to rooting out market‑allocation and procurement‑related fraud, especially in digital marketplaces. With employees now financially incentivized to report before companies self‑disclose, the competitive landscape for leniency has shifted. We explore how enforcement is changing with Ann O’Brien, partner at Shepherd and Co-Leader of the firm's Antitrust and Competition Practice Group. See Privacy Policy at

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00:11:34

The White House has scrapped the one‑size‑fits‑all...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

OMB’s new memo rescinds the Biden‑era requirements and shifts software and hardware security to an agency‑driven, risk‑based model. SBOMs and attestations move from “must” to “may.” That means CIOs and CISOs can tailor what they ask for from vendors, but they’ll also carry the burden of proving those choices keep mission systems safe. We’ll dig into what this change unlocks and where it could create blind spots with Jean‑Paul Bergeaux, Federal CTO at GuidePoint Security. See Privacy Policy at

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00:11:52

A new Executive Order aims to rethink how the nation...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

The White House’s new Great American Recovery Initiative reframes addiction as a chronic disease that needs steady support, not just clinical services — a shift meant to close the gap between how many Americans struggle with substance use and how few receive help. It calls for stronger coordination across government, healthcare, and communities to make recovery more accessible, more connected, and more rooted in real life. We’ll dig into what that means on the ground with Melissa Sosinski, host of

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00:57:04

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/20

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The White House has scrapped the one‑size‑fits‑all SBOM mandate and told agency leaders to own their cyber risk. Now flexibility meets accountability The government’s first $1 million antitrust whistleblower award could reshape how companies think about risk... and about their own employees A new Executive Order aims to rethink how the nation tackles addiction, shifting from treatment alone to a broader, community‑anchored approach to recovery See

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00:08:37

Postal union president focused on keeping USPS an...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

The Postal Service typically sees its best financial results in the first quarter of each fiscal year. That’s because of the year-end holiday season and sometimes a surge in political mail. But USPS is starting this fiscal year with a $1.3 billion net loss. It posted a rare net profit for the same period last year. The American Postal Workers Union says USPS should focus on affordable services and improved service to win back customers. Federal News Network’s Jory Heckman spoke with APWU President

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00:08:24

Lawmakers eyeing changes to federal benefits, hiring,...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

Over the last several weeks, lawmakers have been examining several bills that would affect federal employees in different ways. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, in particular, recently advanced legislation that may bring changes to federal benefits and hiring practices. Joining me with a review of these bills 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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00:12:15

Major shifts across climate, labor, immigration and...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

A presidential handoff at noon on January 20 triggered an abrupt reversal across federal policymaking, with agencies shifting from one set of priorities to another almost instantaneously. That whiplash was intensified by a surge of midnight rules on the way out and rapid reversals on the way in, as well as a renewed push by President Trump to expand executive authority. We’ll walk through how that turbulence is reshaping regulation with Finn Dobkin and Matias Vesperoni of the George Washington

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00:54:50

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry GertonMajor shifts across climate, labor, immigration and other key policy areas made 2025 a year of rapid regulatory changeThe search for the next Comptroller General is turning into a mystery — no one knows when the process will even begin It’s starting to feel like Census Groundhog Day ... the same warning signs from 2020 are showing up again for 2030 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:11:17

The search for the next Comptroller General is...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

With Gene Dodaro’s 15‑year term closed out and Orice Williams Brown serving in an acting capacity, Congress and the administration now face a high‑stakes selection governed by one of the most bipartisan appointment processes in government. The next leader must balance independence, expertise and credibility to keep GAO’s work above politics. POGO’s Janice Luong joins us to break down what comes next. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:11:18

It’s starting to feel like Census Groundhog Day, the...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/19

The Census Project says the warning signs are back, calling the path to 2030 a “Census Groundhog Day” moment that echoes the troubles of 2020. From lagging timelines to unresolved operational risks, the report suggests the bureau is once again running out of runway. Steve Jost and Howard Feinberg join us to explain what’s at stake. Steve is Senior Advisor for Avoq, and a consultant to The Census Project. Howard is Senior VP for Advocacy at the Insights Association and co-director of the Census

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00:07:36

DoD enters decadeslong barracks lease as lawmaker...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/02/18

The Defense Department has locked itself into another decadeslong lease this time for privatized military barracks, expanding a housing model that has posed significant challenges for military family housing for decades. A Senate lawmaker now warns that the 50 year agreement will limit the Pentagon’s ability to change contract terms and hold private companies accountable for inadequate living conditions. Federal News Network’s Anastasia Obis has more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

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