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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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8:56

Fort McNair Army civilian guilty of abusing his GSA...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/15

(11/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A Fort McNair Army civilian is guilty of charging thousands of dollars on a GSA gas card. A deputy archivist ends her federal service after more than three decades. And the Pentagon has a new responsible artificial intelligence toolkit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:48

DoD official, connected to dogfighting ring, replaced

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/14

(11/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Technology Modernization Fund Board awards $3.5 million to establish an online "lost and found” registry for unclaimed retirement benefits. A DoD official arrested last month for involvement in a dogfighting ring, has been replaced. And Kemba Walden will step down as acting National Cyber Director at the end of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:39

OPM website is your snow-day indicator

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/13

(11/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GSA is setting up a new contract to help agencies mitigate their supply chain risks. Congressional leaders want an update on how agencies are using AI tools. And as you brace for a government shutdown, how about a snow day? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:58

Bain Capital pays $5.3B to acquire consulting firm...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/09

(11/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Bain Capital has bought consulting firm Guidehouse for $5.3 billion. There’s new leadership at one of the largest federal law enforcement employee groups. And the head of the Pentagon office responsible for investigating UFOs has identified retirement as his next step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:38

TSP millionaires nearing 100K

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/08

(11/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The size of the U.S. military has dropped nearly 3%. FEMA and CISA publish a first-ever guide for emergency managers to prepare for attack. And the number of TSP millionaires jumps to nearly 100,000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:11

Data brokers selling veterans' sensitive health,...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/07

(11/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The GSA is pouring $2 billion into sustainable construction projects. Data brokers are selling sensitive information like health and financial data of current and former military personnel. And Jane Rathbun is losing her "acting" title as the Navy Department's chief information officer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:21

CIO Council delivers new guide for managing cloud...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/06

(11/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Polaris is facing yet another protest. A federal watchdog has found multiple cases of risky mobile apps downloaded onto ICE devices. And the CIO Council has delivered a new guide for managing cloud services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:05

Senate confirms first woman to serve on Joint Chiefs...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/03

(11/3/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: In an effort to avoid problems, a Senate bill looks to mandate the use of an AI playbook. An industry association is calling for the streamlining of software compliance requirements from the federal government. And the U.S. Senate confirms the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:59

Senate takes a big step to avoid a government shutdown

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/02

(11/2/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: President Biden plans to nominate a new second-in-command at the State Department. Military families could see improvements to housing, child care and school-meal access. And the Senate takes a big step to avoid a government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:50

SEC suing SolarWinds and CISO over Russian hack

Federal Newscast ·

2023/11/01

(11/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The SEC is suing SolarWinds and its Chief Information Security Officer for "defrauding investors." The Pentagon prepares to launch an artificial intelligence pilot program. And spending on classified intelligence activities has taken a big jump to nearly $100 billion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:29

Marine Corps Commandant suffers serious health episode

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/31

(10/31/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Gen. Eric Smith, the commandant of the Marine Corps, has suffered what appears to be a serious health episode. Agencies have received updated guidance for the type of infrastructure projects that the Buy American Act applies to. And House Republicans propose taking away billions of dollars in IRS modernization money and using it for aid to Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:00

Furlough warning from Federal Labor Relations...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/30

(10/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Navy's principal cyber advisor is leaving government. Correctional officers at Leavenworth federal penitentiary are holding a picket line today. And the Federal Labor Relations Authority Chairman sounds a warning about furloughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:42

State Dept and USAID psychiatrists spread thin, as...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/27

(10/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Federal employees’ demand for mental health services overseas is rising, but help for them is spread thin. HHS surpasses targets for hiring military spouses. And bid protests spiked in fiscal 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:11

Bill would make non-feds, who work at tribally...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/26

(10/26/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Thousands of non-feds would be eligible to join the Thrift Savings Plan under a new bill. Agencies must award at least 13% of all their prime contracts to Small Disadvantaged Businesses this fiscal year. And survivors of civilian federal employees, killed in the line of duty, are a step closer to receiving greater death benefits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:54

TSP participants can now make unlimited checks into...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/25

(10/25/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: TSP participants can now check on their loan applications at any time, as often as they would like. Dozens of companies are urging Congress to create a $1 billion hedge portfolio. And a new online tool should help streamline Freedom of Information Act requests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:00

GSA plans for new service to make paying travel...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/24

(10/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The EEOC swears in a new general counsel, who happens to be blind. DoJ has launched a new online tool to inform attorneys about Pro Bono opportunities. And GSA is planning a new service to make paying for travel and expenses easier across the federal government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:46

IRS crackdown on wealthy tax cheats brings in...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/23

(10/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Several GPO workers have filed a lawsuit, alleging a pervasive workplace culture of racism and sexism. The Biden administration is kicking off the first update to the national cyber incident response plan in seven years. And the IRS crackdown on wealthy tax cheats is bringing in millions of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:46

Federal contracting dollars for women-owned small...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/20

(10/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: FEMA is asking the public to test features on its mobile app. Military records destroyed in a 1973 fire, leave some vets from the 1960s trying to prove service. And federal contracting dollars for women-owned small business continue to remain below 5%. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:16

Senate bill would improve death benefits for civilian...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/19

(10/19/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Sen. Sinema (I-Ariz.) has introduced a bill that would improve death benefits for civilian feds. The SBA has come under fire for planning to ignore pandemic loans under $100,000. And the Coast Guard is looking into AI to catch illegal fishermen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:27

DoD awards $40M in research grants to four...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/10/18

(10/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department has awarded $40 million dollars in research grants to four Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Federal employees and supervisors will get even more hybrid-work training opportunities. And, heading toward the 2030 count, the Census Bureau looks for public feedback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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