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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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8:51

Feds focus on TSP's future, as Uncle Sam steps toward...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/24

(5/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Investors worry about TSP's future, if the government defaults on it debt obligations. Marines are spending more time in basic training. And the Thrift Savings Plan makes room for the new Office of Participant Experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:20

Data error exposes personnel info from several...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/23

(5/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Disabled veterans will soon see a cost-of-living adjustment in their benefits. In January, a data error exposed the personnel info of employees from several agencies. And lawmakers want updates on the growing problem of stolen mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:54

Congressman wants a billion dollars more for...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/22

(5/22/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) wants to give an extra billion dollars to rank-and-file TSA workers. The Postal Service’s long-awaited dashboard, to track on-time mail delivery, is now live. And a Reston, Virginia-based company, with annual revenues of $7 billion, has a new CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:57

One Senator thinks preserving a secret Parisian...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/19

(5/19/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: One senator thinks preserving a secret Parisian butchers’ language was a waste of American tax dollars. Lawmakers want to know what the State Department is going to do about the huge backlog of passport requests. And the Navy redoubles its efforts on mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:26

GSA accelerates toward electrifying federal fleet

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/18

(5/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Employees at DoJ urge Congress to oppose an abortion ban that would impact health benefits for feds. Colin Kahl will soon return to Stanford after helping steer the DoD policy ship and steering clear of Twitter. And GSA is increasing the RPMs toward electrifying the federal fleet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:50

Senate GOP joins House GOP in calling for feds to...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/17

(5/17/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Senate Republicans join House Republicans in calling on federal workers to SHOW UP for work. A Transportation Department data breach puts more than 200,000 feds at risk of ID theft. And professors and Air Force Academy cadets look to have a robot defend bases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:10

Federal correctional officers continue the fight for...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/16

(5/16/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The White House is being pressured to name a new cyber executive. A couple have senators have drafted a bill to require federal-agency leadership to get up-to-speed on Artificial Intelligence. And federal correctional officers continue the fight for COVID-19 hazardous-duty pay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:44

Fort Benning is no more; it's Moore

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/15

(5/15/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The members of the federal security cloud advisory committee have been made public. The Pandemic Relief Accountability Committee uncovers more dead people got paid COVID cash. And Fort Benning is no more. It's Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:46

Horse problems force Arlington National Cemetery to...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/12

(5/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Bad conditions for horses at Arlington National Cemetery lead to a suspension of certain ceremonial processions. Senators urge President Biden to nominate inspectors general at the State and Treasury Departments. And CIA names a new lead to head up its sexual assault prevention and response office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:09

GOP resurrects the effort to make some feds at-will...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/11

(5/11/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Republicans have resurrected the effort to make some feds easier-to-fire at-will employees. DoD's acquisition chief blames Continuing Resolutions for ammunition shortages for Ukraine. And top Senate lawmakers make the case for a one-stop-shop for federal disaster aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:20

No COVID mandate for feds is Biden's newest COVID...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/10

(5/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The newest Biden mandate, so to speak, is that there is no COVID mandate. The Confederacy suffers another defeat, as Fort Hood gets a name change. And another mega contract is facing delays because of protests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:55

Chairman McCaul threatens to hold Secretary of State...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/09

(5/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee has a hankering to hold Secretary of State Blinken in contempt of Congress. Ground forces: check. But GAO says the readiness of U.S. sea forces has declined. And HUD employee attrition blamed on a dearth of telework opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:26

Agencies need to tailor job postings to attract...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/08

(5/8/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The latest federal hiring strategy to get the interest of younger applicants. Military service members have a new avenue to seek mental health support. And all 27 Sammies finalists were unveiled today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:42

More feds might soon be eligible for student-loan...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/05

(5/5/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: More federal employees could see their student loans forgiven under a newly introduced bill. The Defense Department CIO says zero trust could have stopped the classified-document leaks by the Massachusetts Air National Guardsman. And an industry group suggests President Biden's proposed greenhouse-gas-reporting regulation, could leave contractors gasping for air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:26

DoJ adds over two dozen corporate-crime prosecutors...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/04

(5/4/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Justice Department's National Security Division expands big time, as it adds over two dozen new prosecutors to fight corporate crime. The backlog of Freedom of Information Act requests [across government] reaches new heights. And VA whistleblowers continue to increase their win-loss record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:14

New electric mail trucks running late, by about eight...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/03

(5/3/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: That new electric mail truck you've been waiting for is going to be about eight months late. As Army recruitment numbers continue to be down, the service is stepping up its sales classes for recruiters. And the 2024 CXO Fellows Program is taking applications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:09

Targeting illegal immigration, new Senate bill...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/02

(5/2/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Targeting illegal immigration, a new Senate bill addresses staffing shortages at airports and other ports of entry. A black Lt. Gen, who ran the Defense Intelligence agency, dies at 64. And President Biden makes COVID mandates a thing of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:48

GAO gets new CIO next week

Federal Newscast ·

2023/05/01

(5/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Newly introduced legislation would give FEHB participants more coverage for some assisted reproductive treatments. Two deadly helicopter crashes, lead the Army to hold an aviation-safety stand down. And GAO gets a new CIO next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:43

Retired Brigadier General sentenced to 12-month...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/04/28

(4/28/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Wire fraud and filing a false tax return land a former Brigadier General in prison for a year. Two soldiers win a prize for inventing a solution for fixing mold issues in Army barracks. And agencies can now make 10-year appointments for STEM-related jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:41

No-show job leads Army contracting officer to plead...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/04/27

(4/27/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A no-show job and 31 government-paid trips to Orlando, leave an Army contracting officer to plead guilty to conspiracy and 10 counts of theft. Senators Braun and Ernst revive a bill to withhold the salaries of feds who don't pay their taxes. And the Air Force unveils a new strategy to fill nearly 2,000 job openings for pilots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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