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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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7:13

Thousands of new high-paying IRS accountant jobs will...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/18

(9/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Homeland Security advisers are calling for technology investments that support remote work. A Congressional Investigation continues into potential COVID-19 record-keeping violations at NIH. And the IRS is in search of accountants for high-paying jobs to ferret out tax cheats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:31

Low recruiting, high retention, putting financial...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/15

(9/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Low recruiting, but high retention, are putting a financial strain on the U.S. military. The Government Accountability Office estimates that 15% of COVID-19 unemployment relief money went to fraudsters. And feds can now donate unused time off to other feds impacted by Hurricane Idalia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:09

DoD adjusts childcare fees, gives military families...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/14

(9/14/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department has adjusted childcare fees to give military families a financial boost. The Veterans Affairs Department is ready to spruce up its delivery of digital services. And the Energy Department allocates $39 million for nine new cyber projects at national labs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:37

Warnings have begun about ramifications of government...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/13

(9/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The alarm bells can be heard almost everywhere about the negative impacts of a government shutdown. The Labor Department's spending on new technology has skyrocketed in recent years. And the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is leaning into efforts to secure widely used software code. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:16

GOP bills would 'devastate the American people,' OMB...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/12

(9/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: OMB Director Shalanda Young says GOP budget proposals would "devastate the American people." A DoD IG report says 20% of sexual assaults are mishandled by the military health care system. And a Biden veto threat could mean a CR is inevitable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:51

IRS cracks down hard on 1,600 deadbeat millionaires

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/11

(9/11/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The IRS is using AI to crack down on 1,600 deadbeat millionaires. Microsoft has disclosed how Chinese hackers accessed the email account of America's commerce secretary. And the Air National Guard has teamed-up with the Commanders. The ones from the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:26

Big telework changes at Small Business Administration

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/08

(9/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: There are some big telework changes at the Small Business Administration. The Office of Personnel Management retirement claims backlog climbs for second straight month. And the Space Force has a new motto. We'll tell you what it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:10

Two lawmakers move to unalterably slam the door shut...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/07

(9/7/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A senator and congressman are moving to end government shutdowns once and for all. The Office of the National Cyber Director is developing a new cyber-posture report to help evaluate the current state of American cybersecurity. And victims exposed to Camp Lejeune's contaminated water, have a new way to resolve their claims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:28

Army switches from GDIT to Leidos to run its...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/06

(9/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Federal job seekers with a criminal past get a little help from OPM. An IRS watchdog says the agency needs to handle the tax returns of rich people a little better. And the U.S. Army switches vendors to run its multi-billion-dollar hardware contract vehicle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:00

COVID-compliance requirements in job postings are so...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/05

(9/5/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: National Guardsmen from five states are helping fight wildfires in Louisiana. GSA is using the Inflation Reduction Act to make over 100 federal buildings all-electric. And OPM says its time to drop COVID-compliance stipulations in federal job postings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:49

More GOP pressure on White House to explain telework...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/09/01

(9/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: There's more GOP pressure on the White House to explain its telework philosophy. New details are out on the impact of artificial intelligence on federal-agency missions. And TIGTA tells the IRS to do more to fight cyber threats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:50

More than 1,500 federal personnel respond to...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/31

(8/31/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The National Security Agency has a new deputy director. More than 1,500 federal personnel help to handle Hurricane Idalia's destruction. And the Postal Service is having problems delivering the correct amount of pay into its own employees' paychecks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:00

Telework leads to feds 'phoning it in,' says senator...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/30

(8/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Following a critical report, the TSA is taking steps to improve its cybersecurity practices. Federal labor unions want the Senate to move fast to confirm Martin O’Malley to lead the Social Security Administration. And Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst wants an IG to see how badly telework has led to feds "phoning it in." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:11

Could we soon see a federal Department of Water?

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/29

In today's Federal Newscast, presidential advisors are calling for the creation of a “Department of Water” to confront what they say are rapidly evolving water crises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:28

Confederate Civil War casualty A.P. Hill, has name...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/28

(8/28/23) In today's Federal Newscast: Exceeding its goal, the VA finds housing for thousands of homeless veterans. An original digital services SWAT team celebrates nine years on the job. And Confederate General A.P. Hill just got his name removed from the army base that bore his name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:28

Confederate Civil War casualty A.P. Hill has name...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/28

(8/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Exceeding its goal, the VA finds housing for thousands of homeless veterans. An original digital services SWAT team celebrates nine years on the job. And Confederate Civil War officer A.P. Hill just got his name removed from the army base that bore his name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:59

Inspector General detects big polygraph failure at DEA

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/25

(8/25/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Labor Department is struggling to retain drug intervention specialists in its Job Corps centers. The Justice Department IG says the background-check process for hiring DEA agents falls way short. And a powerful congressman wants to investigate the Space Command's decision to call Colorado home sweet home, and not Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:54

Labor Dept uncovers more improper spending of COVID...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/24

(8/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department now has an option to reach the cloud from outside the continental United States. The Postal Service says it can account for all of its employees on the Hawaiian island of Maui. And the Labor Department has uncovered more improper spending of COVID relief funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:54

TSP now has 89% satisfaction rate, FRTIB says

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/23

(8/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Staffing shortages are on the rise across America at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board says 89% of TSP participants are "satisfied." And the GSA says the once-troubled login.gov platform has turned the corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:51

Losing bidder again protests 10-year $65B DoD health...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/08/22

(8/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: California lawmakers want more passport offices in their state. A losing bidder again protests a 10-year $65 billion DoD health care contract. And a CISA hiring spree, lands more than 1,300 new employees in just the past two years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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