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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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00:13:11

Can automation in government coexist with...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/30

AI promises speed, but efficiency isn’t democracy’s goal. Michael Livermore, Professor of Law and Co-Director of the LawTech Center at the University of Virginia, explains why ignoring that tension could reshape governance in troubling ways. 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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00:49:55

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/30

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Can automation in government coexist with transparency and public trust? Founding Fathers with a little extra bounce, a new bobblehead set marks America’s 250th 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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00:08:01

After missing hiring goals, IRS dials back taxpayer...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

The IRS says it’s ready for this year’s filing season which began on Monday. But the agency faces a slew of challenges. A looming government shutdown would limit its ability to serve taxpayers. The agency also missed several key hiring goal for the filing season and is scaling back expectations for how many calls from taxpayers it will answer. Federal News Network’s Jory Heckman has more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:07:44

After the failure of the DoD's new travel management...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

After spending five years and tens of millions of dollars developing a new travel management system, the Defense Department abruptly scrapped the effort in 2023 and reverted to the legacy Defense Travel System it was meant to replace. A government watchdog looked into why the program failed and how the Pentagon can avoid repeating the same mistakes. For more, Federal News Network’s Anastasia Obis spoke with Vijay D'Souza, Director of GAO’s Information Technology and Cybersecurity.See Privacy

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00:09:06

2026 could bring more than budget battles for federal...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

Beyond funding debates, federal workers are facing big shifts in how performance is measured and retirement claims are processed. From Schedule Policy/Career implementation to tackling a growing retirement backlog at OPM, we’ll explore what’s changing and what it means with John Hatton of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). 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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00:53:38

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Facing mounting energy threats, the Pentagon is betting on industry partnerships to build resilience fast When government stops looking ahead, the risks multiply. A new survey shows foresight is fading fast 2026 could bring more than budget battles for federal employees 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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00:15:37

Facing mounting energy threats, the Pentagon is...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

Executive orders on energy dominance are reshaping defense priorities. We’ll explore how public-private partnerships, federal land leasing and emerging tech like microgrids can strengthen military energy resilience, with Tom Holm, Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council. 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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00:10:24

When government stops looking ahead, the risks...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/29

From pandemics to AI disruption, foresight helps agencies anticipate what’s next. But a new report finds that capability is shrinking fast across the federal government. Here to share what’s behind the trend and what’s at stake are Kara Cunzeman and Robin Champ. They are co-founders, along with Suzette Brooks-Masters, of the Federal Foresight Advocacy Alliance (FFAA) 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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00:08:58

Treasury cuts ties with Booz Allen over tax records...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/28

The hits keep coming for federal consulting contractors. First, the Trump administration questioned the value of these types of contracts, leading to a significant reduction in existing deals and the slow down of awards of new solicitations. Now the Treasury Department is taking aim specifically at one of the biggest vendors. Treasury cancelled all 31 of its contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton. For more on why Treasury is taking these actions and what it means for the consulting market more broadly,

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00:05:59

DHS spending bill would formalize Trump cuts to...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/28

The homeland security spending bill is now at the heart of Congress’s latest shutdown fight. And that bill would solidify cuts made by the Trump administration to three Department of Homeland Security oversight offices. For more, Federal News network’s Justin Doubleday joins me.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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00:47:48

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/28

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A sweeping vision for a bigger Navy is running head‑first into the hard realities of the shipyards expected to build it Your local library may be a polling place, an emergency hub...and a building in crisis 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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00:21:06

A sweeping vision for a bigger Navy is running...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/28

Long before anyone talks about a “golden fleet,” the starting point matters and today’s shipbuilding base is running well below the level political rhetoric implies. Capacity is strained, delivery timelines keep slipping, and shifting requirements make it even harder for industry to plan or invest. We’ll map the gap between ambition and what’s actually achievable with Seamus Daniels, a Fellow in Defense Budget Analysis at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. See Privacy Policy at

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00:09:37

Your local library may be a polling place, an...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/28

A recent report from GAO finds widespread structural and safety issues in public libraries, with 61% reporting health hazards and most struggling to fund repairs. David Marroni, Director, Physical Infrastructure, GAO explains what’s driving the problem and what solutions are on the table. 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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00:06:53

A bipartisan group of lawmakers push for meaningful...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

The Change the Air Foundation recently found that nearly 97% of service members reported at least one significant problem in their military-provided home — with mold, mildew and water damage cited most frequently. Now, a bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing for meaningful protections for military families, including holding private military housing companies financially responsible for the health and safety of the homes they lease on military bases. See Privacy Policy at

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00:06:00

VA officially lifts hiring freeze, but staffing caps...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

The Department of Veterans Affairs is officially lifting a hiring freeze on its health care workforce after shedding tens of thousands of positions last year. But the VA which saw its first-ever workforce net decrease is unlikely to hire its way to a higher headcount than what is currently has. Senate Democrats say VA facilities are still facing strict staffing caps as the department moves ahead with its reorganization. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman is here with more details. See Privacy

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00:11:06

On the eve of a major public‑service award, a look at...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

Tomorrow night, the National Academy of Public Administration will present the Elliot L. Richardson Prize for Excellence in Public Service, an award rooted in a legacy of integrity and constitutional courage. Ahead of the ceremony, we’re talking about why Richardson’s example still matters, what the prize is meant to honor, and why this year’s recipients, Janet Yellen and Gary Locke, reflect that standard of service. Joining us is James‑Christian Blockwood, President and CEO of the National Academy

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00:52:46

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

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A closer look at what Congress protected in the FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, and Science bill and how lawmakers plan to hold agencies accountable for how that funding is used On the eve of a major public‑service award, a look at why integrity, courage, and principled leadership still define excellence in government The Defense Department is taking a closer look at 8(a) contracts, and reshaping how innovation is managed See Privacy Policy at

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00:14:34

A closer look at what Congress protected in the FY...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

Congress has cleared the FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, and Science appropriations bill, rejecting proposed cuts to major science and research agencies and adding new oversight requirements on how federal funds are spent. We’ll talk about what that funding signals about congressional priorities, how it affects agencies like NASA, NOAA, and NIST, and why oversight has become a central focus as agencies move to execute their budgets. Joining us is Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland. See Privacy Policy

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00:11:13

The Defense Department is taking a closer look at...

The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton ·

2026/01/27

The Defense Department is sending two clear signals to the contracting community this month: it’s reviewing large 8(a) contracts, and it’s reshaping how innovation moves through the Pentagon. We’ll walk through what’s under review, what’s changing in the innovation ecosystem, and what industry should be paying attention to right now with Jim Carroll, CEO of the Professional Services Council. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:50:08

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

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2026/01/26

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A sweeping audit could reshape the 8(a) program and federal contractors are bracing for what comes next The drone economy is about to take off fast. A $355B market and a new rule could make Drones-as-a-Service the next big thing With House spending bills done, focus turns to the Senate where work is expected to wrap up this week, ahead of the January 30th deadline See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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