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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton provides expert insights on current events in the federal community. Read more interviews to 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.


Episode Date
The government paid $4.5 billion to feds who took the DRP, one estimate shows
Apr 13, 2026
AI poses urgent challenges to how agencies handle CUI
Apr 13, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, April 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
After a two‑week recess, Congress is back in Washington with a crowded spring agenda and several unfinished fights waiting on the Hill
Apr 13, 2026
Apportionments rarely make headlines, but they play a decisive role in how Congress’s funding decisions are actually carried out
Apr 13, 2026
Artificial intelligence may offer federal financial managers something they’ve long lacked: real visibility across programs and payments
Apr 13, 2026
White House seeks $17.5 billion for Golden Dome, but most funding hinges on reconciliation
Apr 10, 2026
After a nearly a decade, GSA on track to fully implement TDR
Apr 10, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, April 10, 2026
Apr 10, 2026
Artemis II is showing how federal education and operational experience come together in space
Apr 10, 2026
The Washington DC metro region continues to stand out for regional job losses and new Brookings data shows the recovery still hasn’t materialized
Apr 10, 2026
Health‑coverage decisions in retirement can shape when and how federal retirees tap their money
Apr 10, 2026
Political appointments surging, career SES workforce shrinking under Trump 2.0
Apr 09, 2026
TSA budget cuts jobs in privatization push
Apr 09, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Thursday, April 9, 2026
Apr 09, 2026
GSA spent a $100 million on building studies, but an IG audit found the agency lacked a consistent way to track whether that work informed decisions
Apr 09, 2026
HUD’s first‑year reset on fair‑housing guidance is reshaping how landlords, owners, and local governments navigate federal housing rules
Apr 09, 2026
Small businesses are navigating one of the most turbulent federal contracting environments in decades and the SBA Office of Advocacy is here to help
Apr 09, 2026
After DOGE-era cuts, GSA resumes hiring, scrutinizes in-office attendance for employees
Apr 08, 2026
DoD still failing to properly mark CUI data years after initial audit
Apr 08, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Apr 08, 2026
Federal transparency has improved on paper—but GAO says key gaps still undermine accountability and program integrity
Apr 08, 2026
From AI to DEI to national security, congressional oversight is widening and more agencies are being asked to explain how decisions get made
Apr 08, 2026
DOGE’s Medicaid data experiment adds a new player to healthcare fraud enforcement: the public
Apr 08, 2026
Trump’s 2027 budget request doubles down on agency reorganizations panned by Congress
Apr 07, 2026
White House asks for record $75.7B for civilian agency IT
Apr 07, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Apr 07, 2026
OMB’s latest IT memo echoes years of policy, but signals some important shifts agencies can’t ignore
Apr 07, 2026
The CAS Board is carrying out a congressional mandate with comments now open
Apr 07, 2026
The administration’s new cyber strategy bets that coordination, not regulation drives better security outcomes
Apr 07, 2026
White House seeks 5%–7% military pay raise in 2027 budget request
Apr 06, 2026
White House budget proposal silent on civilian federal pay raise
Apr 06, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, April 6, 2026
Apr 06, 2026
The President’s budget landed on Capitol Hill last week, but left plenty of unanswered questions
Apr 06, 2026
Year after year, the same financial weaknesses keep showing up in the government’s books
Apr 06, 2026
Federal government shutdowns have become routine, but their impact on public safety is anything but routine
Apr 06, 2026
CyberCorps grads consider private sector as fed hiring challenges persist
Apr 03, 2026
Trump administration recruiting project managers across agencies
Apr 03, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, April 3, 2026
Apr 03, 2026
Rubin Observatory just turned the night sky into a live feed and the universe is far busier than anyone imagined
Apr 03, 2026
A new ARPA‑H effort aims to change how doctors understand and treat critical illness in real time
Apr 03, 2026
What Army civilians should consider before accepting VERA or VSIP
Apr 02, 2026
TSA agents see partial paychecks
Apr 02, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, April 2, 2026
Apr 02, 2026
Shutdowns don’t just disrupt agencies, they disrupt household finances, and the data shows it almost immediately
Apr 02, 2026
A large TSP balance is a success story, until Required Minimum Distributions turn it into a tax problem
Apr 02, 2026
A military family’s decades‑long journey with autism is now helping other families navigate a system that often feels impossible to manage
Apr 02, 2026
Harsher penalties for contractors who violate new DEI EO
Apr 01, 2026
Treasury prepares RIF for office created to avoid financial crisis, IRS IT resumes hiring after mass reassignments
Apr 01, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Apr 01, 2026
As uncertainty clouds federal research budgets, a new analysis shows how NIH funding ripples through state and local economies nationwide
Apr 01, 2026
U.S. Strategic Command has awarded a $500 million IDIQ contract to accelerate delivery of warfighter‑ready solutions as defense needs evolve
Apr 01, 2026
During COVID, SBA moved fast to deliver disaster loans, but GAO says limited access to IRS tax data made oversight harder and increased program risk
Apr 01, 2026
Army ‘rebalancing’ effort forces civilians to accept reassignments to avoid layoffs
Mar 31, 2026
The Army's concept of a single IT network moves closer to reality
Mar 31, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Mar 31, 2026
A new approach to the Pentagon’s long‑troubled audit effort is taking shape as fresh leadership resets expectations
Mar 31, 2026
The administration says new Medicaid work rules will save money, but first, states will spend a lot figuring out how to make them work
Mar 31, 2026
Contractors are playing a bigger role in TSA screening and national security AI, but that raises new questions about accountability and execution
Mar 31, 2026
‘Stressful, chaotic, never-ending:’ DoD employees face mounting strain as Middle East conflict widens
Mar 30, 2026
‘Significant’ staff cuts drive rising FOIA backlogs
Mar 30, 2026
Both the U.S. and the EU are quietly narrowing chances for the public to weigh in on new rules and one expert says it’s time to pay attention
Mar 30, 2026
Billions are flowing into munitions production, but there are limits to how quickly the U.S. can replenish its stockpiles
Mar 30, 2026
They’re on recess, but DHS funding, voting rules and overseas troop support are all waiting when Congress comes back
Mar 30, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 30, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
OPM’s Kupor would be ‘perfectly happy’ hiring more feds if contractors are cut
Mar 27, 2026
VA restores AFGE labor contract, but isn’t implementing it, court documents show
Mar 27, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Friday, March 27, 2026
Mar 27, 2026
A flagship government and industry leadership program is getting a fresh start with a new class and a new vision for 2026
Mar 27, 2026
After last year’s deadly mid‑air collision, Reagan National’s tower is finally getting modern tools built to cut workload and reduce risk on the ground
Mar 27, 2026
As the country approaches its 250th anniversary, a new guide asks Americans to think differently about their role in democracy
Mar 27, 2026
TSA employees at ‘breaking point’
Mar 26, 2026
Navy’s turning small ‘bets’ into enterprise services
Mar 26, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, March 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
Fixing the talent pipeline doesn’t require a single sweeping reform, but it does require coordination
Mar 26, 2026
War headlines and market volatility might rattle TSP investors, but history offers some important perspective
Mar 26, 2026
State Dept evaluations could push out more diplomats, after mass layoffs last year
Mar 25, 2026
After losing more than 350,000, an in-depth look at the state of the federal workforce
Mar 25, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
As climate pressures intensify, a new strategy argues the U.S. needs a water reset now, not years from now
Mar 25, 2026
As U.S. Marines move offshore near Iran, Washington is expanding its military options without committing to boots on the ground
Mar 25, 2026
A new center wants to turn regulatory “big ideas” into results that actually work on the ground
Mar 25, 2026
Under Trump 2.0, federal employees disengaged, dissatisfied, survey shows
Mar 24, 2026
OPM’s Kupor on administration's merit hiring plan
Mar 24, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
GSA has issued its first-ever acquisition clause aimed squarely at AI, contractors are already warning it could be a game changer
Mar 24, 2026
The U.S. is pushing back on foreign data‑sovereignty rules and it could reshape how global companies handle their information
Mar 24, 2026
As GSA prepares its next Schedule refresh, contractors are weighing how AI fits into rules that weren’t built for it
Mar 24, 2026
The Trump administration's AI message is sending mixed messages
Mar 23, 2026
Mullin to revoke Noem’s $100K review policy
Mar 23, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
A strategic alliance between the Federal Laboratories Consortium and FedTech is looking to speed up real‑world technology
Mar 23, 2026
With travel season ramping up, the CDC just hit a record number of volunteers to help monitor any viruses on the move
Mar 23, 2026
Practical politics and some strategic horse trading may be returning to Congress
Mar 23, 2026
As Golden Dome’s price tag rises, some say new estimate is no more credible
Mar 20, 2026
USPS cutting delivery days ‘on the table,’ as agency runs out of cash, postmaster general tells lawmakers
Mar 20, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, March 20, 2026
Mar 20, 2026
With drones now touching everything from security to agriculture, The University of Texas at El Paso is gearing up to build the technology
Mar 20, 2026
A new “drone killer” cartridge aims to give Marines a simple, low‑cost way to stop small drones with the rifles they already carry
Mar 20, 2026
A mixed‑reality rollout from the Army National Guard is giving students a firsthand look at the skills and careers behind disaster response
Mar 20, 2026
Agencies are starting to take action on the new national cyber strategy
Mar 19, 2026
Defense secretary launches "ruthless review" of military's legal offices
Mar 19, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, March 19, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
What happened inside government last year explains many of today’s gaps in capacity and accountability
Mar 19, 2026
The message from Maryland, losing a federal job doesn’t have to mean leaving the region
Mar 19, 2026
So many personnel policies are shifting at the same time that even seasoned federal workers are struggling to follow
Mar 19, 2026
Trump brings ‘war on fraud’ into focus with task force of benefits-paying agencies
Mar 18, 2026
OPM launches new HR shared service center for agencies
Mar 18, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
New limits on executive pay and dividends are changing expectations across the defense sector
Mar 18, 2026
A major reboot of the government’s small‑innovation programs is finally moving after months of uncertainty
Mar 18, 2026
GAO finds persistent gaps and data problems in OMB’s federal program inventory, limiting its value for oversight and decision‑making
Mar 18, 2026
Navy creating new contract center for excellence for SBIR, STTR
Mar 17, 2026
As the Navy pushes to embed 5th generation wireless technologies across its system, we get an update
Mar 17, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
CBO's latest assessment shows a federal outlook defined by rising costs, structural imbalances and tough choices ahead
Mar 17, 2026
A military widow who turned her deepest loss into a decade of service is being honored with one of TAPS’ highest awards
Mar 17, 2026
From the Strait of Hormuz to the factory floor, today’s Middle East operations are reshaping what the Pentagon asks of its contractors
Mar 17, 2026
Lawmakers question DoD’s growing use of equity investments to strengthen DIB
Mar 16, 2026
GSA to be designated as QSMO for acquisition
Mar 16, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026
As HHS looks to speed up AI in clinical care, the big questions are burden, trust and what comes next.
Mar 16, 2026
AI is now a competitive edge in federal capture and small firms need to adjust fast
Mar 16, 2026
Escalating conflict abroad is now driving debates over war powers, energy prices and the fate of key funding bill
Mar 16, 2026
OPM’s Kupor defends Schedule Policy/Career, as finalization nears
Mar 13, 2026
IRS phase-out of paper checks leaves some taxpayers waiting months for refunds
Mar 13, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, March 13, 2026
Mar 13, 2026
A smaller IRS staff could mean a longer wait for returns
Mar 13, 2026
Applications are open for a program that helps Navy and Marine Corps families pay for school through grants and interest‑free loans
Mar 13, 2026
CISA delays cyber incident reporting town halls due to shutdown
Mar 12, 2026
CMS’s two-pronged approach to crushing fraud, waste, abuse
Mar 12, 2026
DPAA’s family updates remain the heart of a mission that still spans the globe in search of answers
Mar 12, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, March 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
Americans seeking a way out of the Middle East are once again turning to Congressional caseworkers
Mar 12, 2026
Questions about pay, leave payouts and retirement rules can catch a lot of federal employees off guard
Mar 12, 2026
Army to use alternative promotion authority to give officers more flexibility in their careers
Mar 11, 2026
‘Radical reduction’ of GSA-owned buildings needed to address growing maintenance backlog, panel finds
Mar 11, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
A sudden change to how VA evaluates disabilities triggered immediate backlash from veterans and their advocates
Mar 11, 2026
The Army is about to open its first operational makerspace in Europe
Mar 11, 2026
Amid mounting warnings that Iran or its proxies could strike back, GAO says HHS isn’t fully aligned on public‑health preparedness
Mar 11, 2026
Key data on political appointees missing from 'PLUM' book
Mar 10, 2026
Trump administration is out with a new national cyber strategy
Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Mar 10, 2026
As debates sharpen over military use of AI, the Aerospace Industries Association is outlining a path for agentic systems in defense
Mar 10, 2026
The Pentagon’s “supply‑chain risk” label for Anthropic now forces a legal and operational reckoning across the defense industrial base
Mar 10, 2026
What does the IRS do if someone is kidnapped and not able to pay taxes?
Mar 10, 2026
Army overhauls direct commissioning process to bring in civilian tech experts faster
Mar 09, 2026
Federal cybersecurity leaders look to AI to thwart cyber adversaries using the same AI technology
Mar 09, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Monday, March 9, 2026
Mar 09, 2026
U.S. organizations should prepare for potential retaliation in the cyber domain as tensions with Iran escalate
Mar 09, 2026
NIH sets up camp near one of the worst environmental disasters ever
Mar 09, 2026
A stalled DHS funding fight at home and rising tensions abroad are pushing Congress into another week of high‑stakes maneuvering
Mar 09, 2026
OPM wants agencies to prioritize employees’ performance, not tenure, during RIFs
Mar 06, 2026
How NAVWAR is keeping the small business light burning
Mar 06, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, March 6, 2026
Mar 06, 2026
New rules implementing the Administrative False Claims Act could expand how federal agencies pursue smaller fraud cases
Mar 06, 2026
The Schedule Policy/Career rule raises alarms about the independence of federal science
Mar 06, 2026
This year’s tax rules introduce new benefits and new confusion for federal workers and the military
Mar 06, 2026
Navy launches departmentwide organizational review that could reshape civilian workforce
Mar 05, 2026
Noem, top DHS officials to be deposed in FEMA staffing cut lawsuit
Mar 05, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, March 5, 2026
Mar 05, 2026
A massive reinvestment push is reshaping military housing, aiming to fix the hazards families have lived with for years
Mar 05, 2026
AI systems are only as safe as the environments where they’re trained and tested, a point now hitting home across DoD and the federal government
Mar 05, 2026
With CFPB weakened, states are fighting to regain the data and support they need to protect consumers
Mar 05, 2026
GSA's updated contractor cybersecurity requirement is causing some industry stress
Mar 04, 2026
OPM’s HR IT consolidation effort hit with new obstacles
Mar 04, 2026
Two December cases show DOJ is shifting its cyber enforcement into higher gear
Mar 04, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Mar 04, 2026
The administration’s biggest defense request yet may depend on a budget maneuver to survive the next Congress
Mar 04, 2026
GAO says the Space Development Agency’s timeline for missile-warning satellites may be outpacing reality
Mar 04, 2026
Former USAID employees mark one year since major agency cuts
Mar 03, 2026
A look at how federal agencies are using artificial intelligence
Mar 03, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Mar 03, 2026
From poll‑worker shortages to new federal proposals, 2026 could test election systems
Mar 03, 2026
A once‑gutted government tech program is coming back to life as OPM prepares to hire its first TechForce cohort
Mar 03, 2026
DoD’s move against Anthropic and its plan to deploy all FY 2026 funding at once could reset the market for federal contractors
Mar 03, 2026
CISA leadership shakeup comes amid ‘pressure’ moment for cyber agency
Mar 02, 2026
Pentagon takes on the task of tracking natural disaster costs at military installations
Mar 02, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, March 2, 2026
Mar 02, 2026
EPA’s State Revolving Funds move billions into water infrastructure; an internal audit says the agency isn’t accurately tracking how that money is spent
Mar 02, 2026
New data may change what we know about staffing, stability, and capacity on Capitol Hill
Mar 02, 2026
Congress is as busy as ever, and DHS is still not funded
Mar 02, 2026
Marine Corps looks to Navy to meet its readiness goals
Feb 27, 2026
USDA to sell part of headquarters complex amid broader plan to relocate DC-based employees
Feb 27, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, February 27, 2026
Feb 27, 2026
A year after the midair collision near Reagan National, the NTSB's findings raise fresh questions about the safety gaps that allowed it to happen
Feb 27, 2026
Could there be a way to make economic sanctions more mission oriented?
Feb 27, 2026
Military services can enforce stricter enlistment standards than those set by the Defense Department
Feb 26, 2026
OPM to tighten reins on federal employees’ performance reviews
Feb 26, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, February 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
As AI transforms the workforce, a new report finds veterans may have an edge
Feb 26, 2026
A record‑shattering year for False Claims Act recoveries is forcing a sharper look at where the money flows
Feb 26, 2026
How to make sure your nest egg is thriving
Feb 26, 2026
Pentagon eyes 2028 to deliver much-delayed background investigation system
Feb 25, 2026
Education Dept moves more work to other agencies, but hasn’t reassigned more employees yet
Feb 25, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
A check-in with the office in charge of running the Capitol building
Feb 25, 2026
What to expect in the first months of your retirement
Feb 25, 2026
Tribes are gaining long‑term roles in managing natural and cultural resources, but GAO says those agreements could be more effective
Feb 25, 2026
Can NASA refocus and invigorate its workforce?
Feb 24, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Feb 24, 2026
For victims, a quick stop at an ATM or gas station can turn into wiped‑out accounts and days of financial chaos after a skimmer steals their card data
Feb 24, 2026
If you think an old tax issue is behind you, the IRS may be about to prove otherwise
Feb 24, 2026
With shutdown threats mostly behind them, contractors focus on eventful opportunities
Feb 24, 2026
NIH expands AI pilots amid staffing reductions
Feb 23, 2026
House Democrats pressure Bureau of Prisons leadership on staffing ‘crisis’
Feb 23, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, February 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
The BIOSECURE Act is coming, and no contractor is as “biotech‑free” as they think
Feb 23, 2026
Congress.gov is gearing up for another round of user research after a revealing set of interviews late last year
Feb 23, 2026
A new Supreme Court ruling has upended the President’s global tariff plan just as Congress faces fresh pressure to avert a partial shutdown at DHS
Feb 23, 2026
For DOT, 6-month sprints demonstrating aptitude for modernization
Feb 20, 2026
DoD memo’s use cases clarify mission impact of new policies on PKI credentials, expanded authentication
Feb 20, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, February 20, 2026
Feb 20, 2026
The White House has scrapped the one‑size‑fits‑all SBOM mandate and told agency leaders to own their cyber risk, now flexibility meets accountability
Feb 20, 2026
The government’s first $1 million antitrust whistleblower award could reshape how companies think about risk, and about their own employees
Feb 20, 2026
A new Executive Order aims to rethink how the nation tackles addiction, shifting from treatment alone to a broader, community‑anchored approach to recovery
Feb 20, 2026
Postal union president focused on keeping USPS an ‘affordable option,’ amid agency’s financial woes
Feb 19, 2026
Lawmakers eyeing changes to federal benefits, hiring, pay
Feb 19, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, February 19, 2026
Feb 19, 2026
Major shifts across climate, labor, immigration and other key policy areas made 2025 a year of rapid regulatory change
Feb 19, 2026
The search for the next Comptroller General is turning into a mystery, no one knows when the process will even begin
Feb 19, 2026
It’s starting to feel like Census Groundhog Day, the same warning signs from 2020 are showing up again for 2030
Feb 19, 2026
DoD enters decadeslong barracks lease as lawmaker warns privatization push lacks accountability tools
Feb 18, 2026
How a DHS shutdown affects different components and employees
Feb 18, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
A year into the job, the VA secretary reflects on what he’s learned, what he’s changing, and what he hopes to tackle next
Feb 18, 2026
For feds and retirees, uncertainty is creeping in as customer‑service problems and new personnel rules raise fresh questions about stability and fairness in the system
Feb 18, 2026
When severe weather hits, alerts only save lives if people can understand them, and GAO says millions still can’t
Feb 18, 2026
VA data shows it cut health care hiring times in half, but it’s using different metrics
Feb 17, 2026
OPM directs agencies to move forward with ending collective bargaining
Feb 17, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Feb 17, 2026
A new congressional caucus is stepping up to defend the federal workforce at a critical moment
Feb 17, 2026
Fiscal uncertainty and payment delays are putting new pressure on contractors working across DHS and State
Feb 17, 2026
The DHS partial shutdown is stretching on, and this week’s negotiations are taking place with Congress out of town
Feb 17, 2026
'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Monday, February 16, 2026
Feb 16, 2026
Continuing resolutions lead to delays, higher costs, and operational disruptions, watchdog finds
Feb 13, 2026
Naval Information Warfare Systems Command zeroes in on priorities for its new cyber directorate
Feb 13, 2026
In 2026, law‑enforcement hiring isn’t a staffing challenge, it’s a risk‑management challenge hiding inside a staffing challenge
Feb 13, 2026
A renovation job at Fort Meade turned into a dispute
Feb 13, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, February 13, 2026
Feb 13, 2026
Navy puts finishing touches on new AI strategy
Feb 12, 2026
CIA emphasizes speed under new acquisition framework
Feb 12, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, February 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
A new IG audit finds DoD isn’t fully tracking F‑35 contractor performance, raising questions about oversight on the Pentagon’s costliest program
Feb 12, 2026
VA rolled out new AI tools quickly, but without a system to catch mistakes, patient safety is on the line
Feb 12, 2026
Federal employees have new rules, new documents, and new timelines to keep an eye on this year
Feb 12, 2026
IRS officially puts back-office employees on ‘involuntary’ details to handle filing season work
Feb 11, 2026
Trump administration advances plan to strip job protections from career federal employees
Feb 11, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
A medical breakthrough that sounds like science fiction is on the horizon: printing organs that could match any patient, on demand
Feb 11, 2026
When we look at USPS only through a profit lens, we miss the economic engine sitting in plain sight
Feb 11, 2026
A system meant to reduce prison recidivism can’t do its job if the inputs are wrong
Feb 11, 2026
Trump administration advances plan to strip job protections from career federal employees
Feb 10, 2026
Army prepares to debut “generational” change in the way it provides food to soldiers
Feb 10, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, February 9, 2026
Feb 10, 2026
After a tough year for federal employees, how do leaders still on the job keep their teams motivated and moving toward better performance?
Feb 10, 2026
Turning a lifetime of savings into a steady retirement paycheck takes more than a rule of thumb
Feb 10, 2026
The rules of federal buying are being rewritten, and everyone is feeling the shift
Feb 10, 2026
Five updates on the Trump admin’s cybersecurity agenda
Feb 09, 2026
VA looks to get new Electronic Health Record system back on track
Feb 09, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, February 9, 2026
Feb 09, 2026
A new Pentagon‑funded study is testing whether autonomous oxygen therapy can take lifesaving care out of a medic’s hands and put it into an intelligent system
Feb 09, 2026
Washington talks a lot about regulations, but rarely about how the regulators themselves operate
Feb 09, 2026
A pivotal week for Congress as the clock runs down on DHS funding and lawmakers look for a path out of another shutdown fight
Feb 09, 2026
Trump administration advances plan to strip job protections from career federal employees
Feb 06, 2026
Trump administration could pour trillions into Golden Dome that is unlikely to work
Feb 06, 2026
Behind DoD’s contract review is a bigger question: how far can enforcement go without undercutting small‑business programs themselves?
Feb 06, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, February 6, 2026
Feb 06, 2026
AI is stepping directly into America’s scientific engine room as OpenAI expands its work with the Department of Energy
Feb 06, 2026
Technical debt puts federal cybersecurity at risk, the question now is how to break out of the cycle
Feb 06, 2026
Army surveys existing contracts to expand right to repair access
Feb 05, 2026
Shared services still hindered by long-standing barriers
Feb 05, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Thursday, February 5, 2026
Feb 05, 2026
Patent reform is back on the table, and a leading Senator says the stakes for American innovation couldn’t be higher
Feb 05, 2026
You can't properly celebrate America's 250th birthday without the artifacts that created it
Feb 05, 2026
GSA ends U.S. participation in ‘open government’ initiative
Feb 04, 2026
Partial shutdown ended, as Trump signs package securing back pay for furloughed feds
Feb 04, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Feb 04, 2026
Thousands of Maryland jobs and millions in wages are tied to federal decisions, a new tool makes those consequences visible.
Feb 04, 2026
Emerging technologies are quickly becoming the backbone of national power, but most leaders still aren’t trained to understand them
Feb 04, 2026
Are federal programs doing enough to stop fraud before it happens?
Feb 04, 2026
VA reorganization to shift health care workforce to hubs with growing veteran population
Feb 03, 2026
Air Force ends hearings for SAP appeals, raising due process questions
Feb 03, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Feb 03, 2026
Big changes are finally reshaping how the Pentagon buys and innovates, and the next wave of reform is already underway
Feb 03, 2026
If you care about America’s innovation pipeline, you need to understand what’s happening to Bayh‑Dole and the small businesses it was built to support
Feb 03, 2026
New guidance from GSA is carrying forward last year’s push to rein in consulting contracts, roll out the FAR overhaul and put real pressure on value‑added resellers
Feb 03, 2026
Unions, nonprofits challenge FEMA staffing cuts in court
Feb 02, 2026
A group of former senior federal executives take another look at boosting federal agency performance
Feb 02, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, February 2, 2026
Feb 02, 2026
Boards are reassessing governance and risk, new EO broadens what counts as defense‑contractor underperformance
Feb 02, 2026
A standout year for the TSP is giving investors plenty to build on for 2026
Feb 02, 2026
Congress may have sorted out most of its spending drama over the weekend, but the final stretch of the 2026 appropriations process is far from simple
Feb 02, 2026
Vendors see GSA reseller RFI as a positive sign
Jan 30, 2026
FedRAMP turns to government cloud leaders for ways to improve the program
Jan 30, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, January 30, 2026
Jan 30, 2026
Can automation in government coexist with transparency and public trust?
Jan 30, 2026
Founding Fathers with a little extra bounce, a new bobblehead set marks America’s 250th
Jan 30, 2026
After missing hiring goals, IRS dials back taxpayer phone assistance targets
Jan 29, 2026
After the failure of the DoD's new travel management system, a watchdog looks for answers
Jan 29, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, January 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
Facing mounting energy threats, the Pentagon is betting on industry partnerships to build resilience fast
Jan 29, 2026
When government stops looking ahead, the risks multiply. A new survey shows foresight is fading fast
Jan 29, 2026
2026 could bring more than budget battles for federal employees
Jan 29, 2026
DHS spending bill would formalize Trump cuts to oversight offices
Jan 28, 2026
Treasury cuts ties with Booz Allen over tax records breach
Jan 28, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
A sweeping vision for a bigger Navy is running head‑first into the hard realities of the shipyards expected to build it.
Jan 28, 2026
Your local library may be a polling place, an emergency hub...and a building in crisis
Jan 28, 2026
A bipartisan group of lawmakers push for meaningful protections for military families
Jan 27, 2026
VA officially lifts hiring freeze, but staffing caps still in place for shrinking workforce
Jan 27, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Jan 27, 2026
A closer look at what Congress protected in the FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, and Science bill—and how lawmakers plan to hold agencies accountable
Jan 27, 2026
On the eve of a major public‑service award, a look at why integrity, courage, and principled leadership still define excellence in government
Jan 27, 2026
The Defense Department is taking a closer look at 8(a) contracts, and reshaping how innovation is managed
Jan 27, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, January 26, 2026
Jan 26, 2026
A sweeping audit could reshape the 8(a) program and federal contractors are bracing for what comes next
Jan 26, 2026
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
Jan 26, 2026
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
Jan 26, 2026
Trump lauds ‘tremendous’ federal workforce cuts. Good government group calls them ‘disturbing.’
Jan 26, 2026
2025 marked a year of deep change for government oversight and accountability officials
Jan 26, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, January 23, 2026
Jan 23, 2026
An interesting case at the Court of Federal Claims could shape future energy savings performance contracts
Jan 23, 2026
An organization's new name signals a broader mission to support both Airmen and Guardians
Jan 23, 2026
FedRAMP is getting faster, new automation and pilots promise approvals in months, not years
Jan 23, 2026
Congress pushes back on parts of DoD’s acquisition reform agenda
Jan 23, 2026
VA poised to award the biggest service contract in government history, but Congress has questions
Jan 23, 2026
OPM details expectations for the 'rule of many' in federal hiring
Jan 22, 2026
3.8% pay raise for air traffic controllers, Education Dept cuts rejected: Highlights from final FY 2026 spending bills
Jan 22, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, January 22, 2026
Jan 22, 2026
IRS CI posts a record year: $10.6 B in financial crimes uncovered and cyber seizures soaring
Jan 22, 2026
Quiet firings with big consequences, why the lack of transparency when relieving military leaders matters
Jan 22, 2026
Market data shows surprising winners and losers among top federal contractors after a year of turmoil
Jan 22, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Jan 21, 2026
A new year brings new opportunities, where should contractors focus in 2026?
Jan 21, 2026
With a new executive order clearing the path for federal AI standards, the question now is whether Congress will finish the job
Jan 21, 2026
GAO warns disaster readiness gaps could leave communities exposed when the next storm hits
Jan 21, 2026
Judge finds TSA violated court order in new attempt to dissolve union
Jan 21, 2026
DoD looks to audit 8(a) sole source contracts
Jan 21, 2026
Watchdog urges DHS to address ‘fragmented’ law enforcement hiring
Jan 20, 2026
Lawmakers push to overhaul complex reserve duty status system
Jan 20, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
Government CIOs are racing to deploy AI for better digital experiences, but citizens say security and transparency matter more
Jan 20, 2026
A fresh push for industrial capacity is taking center stage in the administration’s “Arsenal of Freedom” tour
Jan 20, 2026
From ACA subsidies to a stalled crypto overhaul, lawmakers are juggling more than spending deadlines this week
Jan 20, 2026
Best of "The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton" - - Monday, January 19, 2026
Jan 19, 2026
Why agencies still use polygraphs and what a recent failure means for trust and reform
Jan 19, 2026
Data-driven reforms speed up surplus equipment turnaround at DLA
Jan 16, 2026
Majority of frontline Social Security employees earn less than a living wage, study finds
Jan 16, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - January 16, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
National service is struggling to connect with younger Americans, the problem may be both the message and the messenger
Jan 16, 2026
New tech could shield warfighters from one of the deadliest threats on the battlefield, gamma radiation
Jan 16, 2026
CISA director void leaves cyber agency embroiled in uncertainty
Jan 15, 2026
DoD lacks reliable data on the number of civilians teleworking, working remotely
Jan 15, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Thursday, January 15, 2026
Jan 15, 2026
Resilient supply chains start with knowing what really matters, and what doesn’t
Jan 15, 2026
Underused space across USPS facilities could be a hidden drag on modernization and budgets
Jan 15, 2026
Authorized investigations shouldn’t mean unpredictability, why transparency and clear deadlines matter for agency fairness
Jan 15, 2026
OPM data overhaul reveals deeper federal workforce insights
Jan 14, 2026
Shrinking federal office space, more agencies spared from major cuts: Highlights from latest spending bills
Jan 14, 2026
Who’s getting Medicare-funded residency slots, and why equity still lags
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Jan 14, 2026
More than 100 former DOJ civil rights attorneys say the Division meant to protect vulnerable communities is being dismantled
Jan 14, 2026
A recent VA audit finds major gaps in homeless screening follow-ups
Jan 14, 2026
A constant stream of executives are leaving the government
Jan 13, 2026
The Space Force's 'Futures Command' is still trying to chart its future
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Jan 13, 2026
The data behind America’s health decisions is starting to disappear, with potentially serious consequences
Jan 13, 2026
Air quality data may not tell the whole story, and that could put communities at risk
Jan 13, 2026
Could psychedelics help stop the veteran suicide crisis? Congress seems ready to find out
Jan 13, 2026
‘A huge test for the IRS’: Senators warn shrinking workforce may hamper upcoming filing season
Jan 12, 2026
Concerns mount over FEMA staff reductions
Jan 12, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, January 12, 2025
Jan 12, 2026
The President’s PMA push to “Deliver Results and Buy American” meets a thicket of rules
Jan 12, 2026
In a crowded federal contracting space, Hive Group bets on innovation
Jan 12, 2026
The House clears a key spending package and ACA subsidy extensions
Jan 12, 2026
New federal telework guidance reaffirms Trump’s in-office orders
Jan 09, 2026
Trump calls for capping executive pay at defense contractors
Jan 09, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Friday, January 9, 2025
Jan 09, 2026
The latest shutdown exposed real problems in how Washington funds Indian Country
Jan 09, 2026
Ever tried fixing your own car? The right-to-repair fight is heating up as costs soar and Congress weighs a national law
Jan 09, 2026
Secret Service touts hiring goals amid major law enforcement recruiting push
Jan 08, 2026
NDAA scales back ambitious acquisition reforms, offers little on workforce
Jan 08, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, January 8, 2026
Jan 08, 2026
SIGAR’s final report closes a chapter on Afghanistan oversight
Jan 08, 2026
Congress let ACA subsidies expire; Carolyn Bourdeaux explains the impact and why offsets matter for the debt crisis
Jan 08, 2026
ISOA’s Global Summit is coming up, connecting government and industry for stability operations worldwide
Jan 08, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Jan 07, 2026
From paychecks to policy shifts, 2025 tested military families. We'll look to 2026
Jan 07, 2026
An accurate census shapes how billions flow to states and cities
Jan 07, 2026
America’s data system is losing staff, funding, and trust
Jan 07, 2026
In ‘minibus’ spending package, lawmakers reject deep budget cuts, limit agency reorganizations
Jan 07, 2026
AI may not be the federal buzzword for 2026
Jan 07, 2026
DoD expands login options beyond CAC
Jan 06, 2026
VA in 2026 looks to get EHR rollout back on track, embark on health care reorganization
Jan 06, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Jan 06, 2026
Technology emerges as the key for states to meet Medicaid work verification rules before December 2026 deadline
Jan 06, 2026
The SNAP program is under pressure, and states are drowning in paper as new mandates kick in
Jan 06, 2026
The news cycle for defense contractors is not slowing down as 2026 gets started
Jan 06, 2026
Five things to watch in cybersecurity for 2026
Jan 05, 2026
3 efforts federal employees should track from Trump's management agenda
Jan 05, 2026
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, January 5, 2025
Jan 05, 2026
From gift lists to government systems, agentic AI is changing how we plan and prepare
Jan 05, 2026
From language services to tech-driven defense, SOSi is making the most of innovation to stay ahead in federal contracting
Jan 05, 2026
Congress returns with deadlines looming and big questions on spending and landmark legislation
Jan 05, 2026
'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, January 2, 2026
Jan 02, 2026
'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, January 1, 2026
Jan 01, 2026
FAA could see major steps towards modernization in 2026
Dec 31, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - December 31, 2025
Dec 31, 2025
Bid protests crafted by AI are increasing, but when they cite cases that don’t exist, the fallout is real
Dec 31, 2025
NIH aims to enroll a million Americans in a health study, but first it must close critical gaps in protecting their data
Dec 31, 2025
The Pentagon says it's short more than 20,000 cyber professionals, one group says veterans could help fill the gap
Dec 31, 2025
House Democrats question OPM on retirement processing delays
Dec 30, 2025
Acquisition more than IT drove the news in 2025
Dec 30, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Dec 30, 2025
On a remote Alaskan glacier, a mission of recovery and respect continues
Dec 30, 2025
2026 could be the year government contracting shifts from disruption to execution
Dec 30, 2025
From DOJ to VA, Kshmendra Paul’s journey shows what lasting public service looks like
Dec 30, 2025
CBP increases hiring incentives, amid record DHS recruiting year
Dec 29, 2025
2025 marks a transformational year for the Defense Dept
Dec 29, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, December 29, 2025
Dec 29, 2025
A hidden DoD lab sounds like a cyber-thriller, but its real mission is shaping the future of digital investigations
Dec 29, 2025
When the U.S. stops tracking global air quality, the world feels it
Dec 29, 2025
An FBI practice meant to safeguard national security was quietly set aside for top leadership
Dec 29, 2025
'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, December 26, 2025
Dec 26, 2025
'Best of' The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, December 25, 2025
Dec 25, 2025
Trump administration reshaping of agencies saw GSA as focal point of governmentwide changes
Dec 24, 2025
After a tumultuous year, the federal workforce looks a lot different
Dec 24, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Dec 24, 2025
A sweeping NDAA change could strip away decades of cost rules for most defense contractors
Dec 24, 2025
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reset your financial game plan
Dec 24, 2025
Therapy4Feds offers a lifeline for former federal employees facing tough times
Dec 24, 2025
Head of NIST cyber education initiatives calls it a career
Dec 23, 2025
Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for troops is housing money approved by Congress
Dec 23, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Dec 23, 2025
The NDAA could redefine life for military families by including a Bill of Rights they helped write
Dec 23, 2025
The NDAA is signed, and at over 3,000 pages, it could be your holiday read
Dec 23, 2025
A new honor for a leader who’s shaped cybersecurity policy and talent across sectors
Dec 23, 2025
‘Loser’s pay’ rules coming despite declining bid protests
Dec 22, 2025
New requirements on the way for preparing federal employees to join the SES
Dec 22, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, December 22, 2025
Dec 22, 2025
DHS calls it a once-in-a-lifetime chance for STEM students and the clock is ticking
Dec 22, 2025
2025 reshaped federal cybersecurity, from new mandates to tougher compliance rules
Dec 22, 2025
The holiday break comes with unfinished business on Capitol Hill
Dec 22, 2025
What happens now that the IRS has officially suspended Direct File
Dec 19, 2025
Former FEMA leaders call for 'clarity' amid delayed council report
Dec 19, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, December 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
When hackers weaponize AI, the rules of cyber defense change overnight
Dec 19, 2025
New provisions in the shutdown-ending funding deal aim to modernize Congress
Dec 19, 2025
A recent court ruling could reshape how agencies source under the Trade Agreements Act
Dec 19, 2025
OPM seeks early-career talent for ‘Tech Force’ federal hiring initiative
Dec 18, 2025
Military Family Advisory Network survey looks to shape policy
Dec 18, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, December 18, 2025
Dec 18, 2025
Service members face a simple truth with complex consequences: follow lawful orders, refuse unlawful ones
Dec 18, 2025
Can a year in government spark a lifetime of innovation?
Dec 18, 2025
What reforms can fix our fragile air traffic control system?
Dec 18, 2025
OMB sets procurement guardrails for buying AI tools
Dec 17, 2025
GSA terminated hundreds of federal office leases, but far less than DOGE targets
Dec 17, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025
The Impact Project expands its reach with a new Security Map that exposes threats facing public servants.
Dec 17, 2025
How lean can government get before essential services start to fail?
Dec 17, 2025
GAO says the Coast Guard’s biggest shipbuilding program faces major design and cost risks
Dec 17, 2025
Exclusive 'In the dark:' Retiring federal employees face major delays
Dec 16, 2025
'In the dark:' Retiring federal employees face major delays - Part 2
Dec 16, 2025
DHS moves to eliminate TSA collective bargaining agreement, again
Dec 16, 2025
From NASA to CISA, she’s shaped the federal workforce for three decades
Dec 16, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Dec 16, 2025
Emily Murphy is here with her insights on how federal acquisition changed in 2025 and what’s coming in 2026
Dec 16, 2025
There are some hopeful signs of stability for the federal work force
Dec 16, 2025
'Deferred Resignation Program' leads to massive and unexpected surge in federal retirements
Dec 15, 2025
Trump administration looks to False Claims Act to curb cybersecurity violations
Dec 15, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, December 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
A final regulation issued on Halloween has reshaped the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program
Dec 15, 2025
A new bill could turn military experience into energy-sector strength
Dec 15, 2025
Defense, health care, oversight and spending; these four fronts are exposing deep divides on Capitol Hill
Dec 15, 2025
CISA looks for ‘deep engagement’ with innovators via new platform
Dec 12, 2025
‘Bedrock’ federal data sets are disappearing, as statistical agencies face upheaval
Dec 12, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Friday, December 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
New rules in the NDAA aim to cut red tape in defense contracting—but will they deliver?
Dec 12, 2025
Federal leaders face the challenge of restoring stability and agency performance after months of workforce disruption
Dec 12, 2025
SBA audit, lawsuit puts 8(a) program deeper in cross-hairs
Dec 11, 2025
How one nonprofit is aiding contractors with the CMMC process
Dec 11, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Thursday, December 11, 2025
Dec 11, 2025
Can fixing the Pentagon’s back office make the front lines stronger?
Dec 11, 2025
Procurement could decide whether AI succeeds or fails in government
Dec 11, 2025
AI is stepping into the fight for supply chain resilience and battlefield readiness
Dec 11, 2025
Federal judge blocks imminent State Dept layoffs, as unions seek to reverse RIFs at other agencies
Dec 10, 2025
DoD’s plan to track contractor-held property is failing, putting 2028 audit goal at risk
Dec 10, 2025
DOJ ordered a sweeping data collection from U.S. attorneys on Trump-era priorities days before Thanksgiving
Dec 10, 2025
The EEOC powers up for swift action with full funding, a quorum and new priorities
Dec 10, 2025
With billions spent on temporary border facilities, GAO says DHS needs a better plan
Dec 10, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Dec 10, 2025
Can our safety net programs survive stress and deliver more than short-term relief?
Dec 09, 2025
GSA’s next-generation contract vehicle is expanding and small businesses need to pay attention
Dec 09, 2025
Jamie Morin helped shape defense strategy from inside the Pentagon. Now he’s being honored for his contributions to public service
Dec 09, 2025
Federal employees who left ‘DEI’ roles still fired under Trump administration purge, lawsuit claims
Dec 09, 2025
Trump's government management vision centers on elimination, accountability
Dec 09, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Dec 09, 2025
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - - Monday, December 8, 2025
Dec 08, 2025