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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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7:51

MSPB says federal hiring officials should focus more...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/03

In today's Federal Newscast, the Merit Systems Protection Board encourages federal hiring managers to focus more on job candidates' skills, rather than their education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:52

Navy wants local help figuring out what to do with a...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/02

In today's Federal Newscast, a Hawaiian company will help the Navy find community-based solutions to reuse the Red Hill fuel storage facility on Oahu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:31

A new way to measure the government's supply chain...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/02/01

In today's Federal Newscast the Federal Acquisition Security Council is developing a scorecard to help assess governmentwide supply chain security readiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:52

PRAC: Potentially over $5 billion in fraudulent...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/31

In today's Federal Newscast, a pandemic watchdog flags billions of dollars in potential fraud from programs offered by the Small Business Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:37

State Department employees suffering from mysterious...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/30

In today's Federal Newscast, the State Department outlines how employees suffering from so-called Havana Syndrome can qualify for compensation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:28

Looking for a job? Now could be a good time to start...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/27

In today's Federal Newscast, the National Security Agency is embarking one of its largest hiring sprees of the last three decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:12

Concerned with potential damage to national security,...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/26

(1/26/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Concerned with potential damage to national security, two Senators have requested a review of consulting firms' dual US-China relationships. The January 11 flight-delay fiasco, leads the House to pass a bill requiring the FAA to fix the problem. And TSP millionaires have made a slight comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:33

DoD wants to declassify more intelligence to enhance...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/25

(1/25/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Defense Department wants to declassify more intelligence to enhance private-sector cybersecurity. GSA is taking new steps to make sure the software it uses is secure. And Janet Yellen says not to fret over your retirement money. It'll be there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:53

OPM draws wrath of House Oversight and Accountability...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/24

(1/24/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The OPM has drawn the wrath of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency fires back at a lawsuit over a software contract. And after waiting almost a year for confirmation, Brendan Owens lands a new Assistant Secretary of Defense job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:32

GAO sounds the alarm on federal cybersecurity efforts

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/23

(1/23/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The GAO is once again sounding the alarm on federal cybersecurity efforts. The Veterans Affairs Department is weeks away from taking its next step to modernize its supply chain systems. And OPM is hiring a chief learning officer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:45

Treasury Department temporarily suspends investments...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/20

(1/20/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The Treasury Department is temporarily suspending investments in the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund. Federal contracting officers have new training and certification requirements. And the State Department is launching a new program to resettle refugees in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:27

GAO audits another big federal program with big fraud...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/19

(1/19/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: GAO audits another big federal program with big fraud potential. The Defense Department has a new plan to manage its satellite communications. And lawmakers reintroduce legislation to equalize Social Security benefits for federal retirees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:47

Court fight continues over government-shutdown double...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/18

(1/18/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The court fight continues over government-shutdown double back pay. A New York congressman is urging CISA to examine air traffic control vulnerabilities. And the State Department will pay $37 million in a class-action lawsuit involving some 230 disability discrimination cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:44

IG slams NASA's software asset management, calling it...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/17

(1/17/23) In today's Federal Newscast: The Inspector General criticizes NASA's software asset management, calling it 'basic.' Some Coasties are treading water, trying to find affordable housing. And CISA looks to speed up hiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:10

Soldier sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/13

(1/13/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A soldier has been sentenced to 42 months in prison for $3 million in PPP loan fraud. New recommendations are out on how to collect sexual orientation and gender-identity data. And the clock is ticking on your chance to donate to the Combined Federal Campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:07

Grassley calls for 10 agencies to account for payment...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/12

(1/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: A powerful senator wants to know how some agencies are paying non-federal temp employees. The Navy Secretary expresses concern about maintenance backlogs at four shipyards weakening combat readiness. And where's Robin? Congressman Comer thinks GSA's Carnahan is working way, way outside the beltway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:34

Another agency discovers the benefits of other...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/11

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dalhgren Division, like other defense units, seeks to bring new industrial capabilities quickly to benefit the mission. Now it has entered into a new other-transaction-agreement, or OTA, to do just that. OTAs in the right circumstances let agencies speed up acquisitions, often non-competitive ones. For details, Federal Drive host Tom Temin spoke with the Dalhgren Division's Head Contracting Officer, Melisha McAuliffe and with VP of the Sea, Space and Air Division at

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7:09

GOP House members named chairmen of Armed Services...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/11

(1/11/22) - In today's Federal Newscast: House Republicans continue to enjoy their majority, naming two more members to committee chairmanships. Defense Secretary Austin officially ends the military's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. And AFGE continues to grow new members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:35

GOP chairmen selected on House Ways and Means and...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/10

(1/10/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Republicans have started selecting chairmen for their House committees. OPM offers agencies a first look at new HR standards to help improve the delivery of services. And the 2023 Presidential Rank Awards are open for business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:32

Bad computer-password practices could lead to a...

Federal Newscast ·

2023/01/09

(1/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Bad computer password practices could lead to phishing attacks at the Interior Department. 2022 Unclassified Defense Department procurement spending nearly hits an all-time high. And the penalty for unethical feds could hit over $70,000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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