Best Project On Government Oversight Podcasts (2025)

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What contractors are looking at in the DoD and DHS budget submissions 10:21

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The DoD and DHS budget submissions for 2026 are full of information about new priority programs. They also indicate where programs may be flat or declining. Contractors can dig in now to build their strategies and position for the future. Here with more details on which programs gain and which might not is the President of the Professional Services…

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New ways to proceed when government agencies are ready to hire again 12:44

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Although much is still unsettled in the Trump Administration's approach to federal personnel, some agencies are already beginning to hire, or rehire, talent in key positions. The last few administrations have been frustrated that process takes so long and still doesn't give hiring managers the best set of possible recruits. Here with ideas about a …

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Impact of President's EO stripping collective bargaining rights slow to materialize 12:12

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The impact of President Trump's March Executive Order stripping collective bargaining rights from employees at 23 agencies for national security reasons is slow to materialize, and now all of those efforts are on further hold, with a California District Judge issuing a preliminary injunction on July 1 stopping agencies from further implementation o…

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Today's the day to be in compliance with a data security rule from the Department of Justice 10:51

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Back in April, the Department of Justice issued a new rule governing foreign adversary access to U.S. sensitive data. But the complications of the rule and comments from companies motivated DOJ to provide a 90-day grace period for companies to come into compliance. That grace period ends today. Here with more on the rule, the requirements, and what…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Tuesday, July 8, 2025 59:37

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton New ways to proceed when government agencies are ready to hire again What contractors are looking at in the DoD and DHS budget submissions Today's the day to be in compliance with a data security rule from the Department of Justice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No…

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DoD struggles to bill companies as commercial space launches from federal sites surge 11:05

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Space may be the final frontier, but it all starts with a launch. A new Government Accountability Office review looks at how the Defense Department is approaching its phase three strategy for acquiring launch services and responding to DoD growing demand for launch services and infrastructure. As the number of commercial space launches from federal…

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Standing Firm in Faith: Dr. Ben Carson and Amy Orr-Ewing Discuss Apologetics 46:04

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Join Dr. Ben Carson and Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing, a leading voice in Christian apologetics, as they delve into the significance of defending faith in challenging environments. This episode explores the role of faith in a modern society and how to courageously navigate cultural challenges with the love of God. Dr. Orr-Ewing shares insights from her vast ex…

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Now that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is law, Congress turns its attention to other actions 8:15

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Navigating the reconciliation bill process has consumed Congressional attention for weeks. Now, they can transition to more routine matters for the rest of July. Here with insight into what's up next on the Congressional agenda is deputy news director of Bloomberg Government, Loren Duggan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Monday, July 7, 2025 53:11

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton A a new look into the scale and scope of the Trump Administration's grant terminations A recent Supreme Court decision clarifies benefits for military reservists Now that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is law, Congress turns its attention to other actions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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After return-to-office EO, agencies are unsure of how to update remote and telework policies 12:59

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After President Trump's return to Office orders, some agencies are unsure how to proceed with updating their remote work and telework policies. The Government Accountability Office says the administration needs to issue new guidance to help agencies better measure the effects of their telework policies on performance. A new report from GAO also det…

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A recent Supreme Court decision clarifies benefits for military reservists 8:58

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Many federal employees also serve as military reservists. If they are called to active duty, they are entitled to certain benefits, including differential pay under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. A recent Supreme Court decision clarifies how those rules apply in times of declared national emergencies. Joining me with…

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FBI headquarters will move to Reagan Building, speeding up relocation timeline 9:23

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The Trump administration says it will keep the FBI headquarters in Washington, DC. This decision walks back the Biden administration's plans to build a new suburban headquarters for the FBI in Greenbelt, Maryland. This is just the latest twist in nearly two decades of planning for a new home for the Bureau. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman is jo…

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A new look into the scale and scope of the Trump Administration's grant terminations 11:05

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The DOGE grant termination effort that began in USAID has now topped 19 billion dollars government-wide. This affects research universities, foreign aid providers, and local social services in every corner of the country. But because DOGE also took over the government's grants management system, it takes a major effort to track down all of the data…

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House Appropriators slam DHS for 'egregious' ICE overspending 9:21

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The House Appropriations Committee is fed up with the Department of Homeland Security's practice of moving money from other components to fund immigration and customs enforcement operations. Now the committee is proposing new restrictions on DHS ability to transfer funds. The provision suggests some GOP lawmakers are quietly trying to reassert Cong…

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Thinking about a home renovation project this summer? We have some ideas on which ones to tackle first and how to finance them. 10:21

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Home renovation was a big trend during the pandemic when everyone was stuck inside and looking to make their home more functional or comfortable. For better or worse, many federal workers may find themselves spending more time at home this summer than they expected, and may find that same renovation instinct kicking in. Here with some advice on whi…

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Best practices to help oversight agencies prevent the release of confidential information 8:29

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau declared a major incident breach in 2023 that affected over 200,000 consumers and 46 institutions. As their Inspector General investigated the event, they found a need for much stronger internal controls. Here with more on their findings and recommendations are Laura Shakarji and Michael Zeitler from the Ins…

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The law that set the foundation for modern acquisition 10:00

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The fallout from the so called peace dividend from the end of the Cold War came to a head in the early 2000s. The signs were all around. They included agencies losing too many protests and a huge increase in agencies depending on contractors to provide services. The solution from Congress was the Services Acquisition Reform Act. As part of Federal …

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What the requirement for project labor agreements means for federal construction projects 11:01

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Under Biden Administration regulations, only contractors with project labor agreements can bid on federal construction projects. Whether that is a good thing or a bad thing depends on what you measure. Here with more insight on the impact of PLAs is the legal director at the National Right to Work Foundation, William Messenger. See Privacy Policy a…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Thursday, July 3, 2025 51:33

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton What the requirement for project labor agreements means for federal construction projects For feds thinking about a home renovation project this summer, some ideas on which ones to tackle first and how to finance them Best practices to help oversight agencies prevent the release of confidential informati…

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What it will really cost to shut down the US Agency for International Development 11:36

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USAID was an early target of the Trump Administration. But moving fast and breaking things can be expensive. A recent memo from the DOGE lead for the agency's shutdown now estimates an ongoing cost of six billion dollars each year for the forseeable future. Here with more on the details of the process and the memo is Senior Reporter for Bloomberg G…

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Moving from military service to civilian employment can be a tough journey. One group is trying to make it easier 11:47

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Many segments of the military community still struggle with unemployment and underemployment in the civilian sector. Veterans, spouses, and members of the National Guard and Reserve all have different challenges and could use some individualized assistance. Here with some helpful resources is the CEO of Hire Heroes USA, Ross Dickman. See Privacy Po…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Wednesday, July 2, 2025 51:15

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Today on the Federal Drive with Tom Temin What it will really cost to shut down the US Agency for International Development One non-profit is stepping in to meet the mental health needs of those displaced USAID workers Moving from military service to civilian employment can be a tough journey. One group is trying to make it easier See Privacy Polic…

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One non-profit is stepping in to meet the mental health needs of those displaced USAID workers 11:00

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When the Trump Administration terminated the work of USAID around the world, thousands of people were suddenly separated from their work and their communities. That unexpected termination was detrimental to their mental health. One country brought its own resources to help dislocated USAID employees deal with those challenges. Here to share more de…

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NOAA seeks 17% cut to workforce next year, after firing hundreds of probationary employees 7:50

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is pursuing more workforce cuts after firing hundreds of probationary employees earlier this year, NOAA says it's looking at major budget cuts next year as part of plans to refocus on its core mission. NOAA is now facing a lawsuit from fired probationary employees, claiming the agency relied on fl…

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House Armed Services Committee aims to replace DoD acquisition system 6:37

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After a few years respite on Capitol Hill, it's time again for defense acquisition reform, and this time around, reform might not be strong enough a word the backers, the leaders of the House Armed Services Committee, say they're aiming for wholesale replacement of the DoD acquisition system. The goal is mainly speed, but also a more empowered acqu…

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Our 2025 Assessment of NASA's Major Projects

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NASA plans to invest billions this year on major projects, including those that would return American astronauts to the moon. For our annual report on NASA. We looked at the status of these projects, including their costs and whether they're on…By Government Accountability Office

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Inside the battle for control of the Library of Congress 10:11

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President Trump's removal of the Librarian of Congress unsurprisingly provoked an immediate court challenge. Depending on the resolution of that case, there's much at stake for the legislative branch. Here with insights as to why it matters is Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, Kevin Kosar. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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Trump’s probationary period reforms cemented in OPM final rule 9:12

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Agencies officially have more leeway to fire federal employees who recently started a new job. That's after the Office of Personnel Management finalized changes to the federal probationary period. OPM says its final rule sets expectations for a high performing Federal workforce, but some say the OPM rule focuses on the wrong reforms for probationar…

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DoD’s $961 billion budget hinges on one-time reconciliation bill 7:00

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The Defense Department's fiscal 2026 budget request is down slightly from last year, but that's only part of the story. Pentagon officials decided to take a highly unusual approach this time and shift a portion of defense funding to the reconciliation bill that is still moving through Congress. Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis is reporting on …

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Tuesday, July 1, 2025 51:52

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton US Cybercommand is 15 years old--is it ready to stand on its own? Inside the battle for control of the Library of Congress Paying attention to the details of the latest Executive Order on Cybersecurity See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv…

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US Cybercommand is 15 years old--is it ready to stand on its own? 11:12

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When Cybercom was created in 2006, its commander was dual-hatted as the commander of the National Security Agency. The expectation then was that the two organizations would eventually be separated. But in a world of increasing cyber threats, some argue that the current situation works just fine. Here to make that case is the Chairman of the Cyber, …

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Paying attention to the details of the latest Executive Order on Cybersecurity 12:10

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The latest cybersecurity order sets some new standards and direction, but it also goes back and makes changes to Biden-era executive orders. If you didn't take a red pen to the previous versions, you might miss some of the important details. Fortunately, my next guest did do the markup. Here with a practical discussion of what these changes mean fo…

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Protecting Children from the Dangers of THC Exposure 36:15

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Dr. Ben Carson explores the alarming rise in youth exposure to THC and cannabis-derived substances, emphasizing their impact on developing brains. Joined by Diane Carlson from One Chance to Grow Up, the discussion covers the potency of modern THC products, deceptive marketing tactics targeting children, and the resulting health risks, including inc…

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IRS watchdog warns of tax filing challenges next year after agency cuts 25% of workforce 8:42

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An IRS watchdog finds this year's tax filing season went smoothly despite recent staffing cuts, but it warns taxpayers may face challenges during next year's filing season. The IRS has lost more than a quarter of its employees under the Trump administration, and the agency also faces a lot more work if Congress passes the budget reconciliation bill…

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The person with the toughest job in Washington is the Senate Parliamentarian 11:41

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As the Senate works through the reconciliation megabill, what's in and out matters a lot to federal workers. Here with an update on those negotiations and other congressional happenings is WTOP's capitol hill correspondent Mitchell Miller. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-…

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Over 300 NIH employees go public with their concerns about what's happening to that organization 12:27

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Watching leaders lose their jobs for opposing DOGE's efforts to terminate research programs at the National Institutes of Health could have demoralized the remaining staff. Instead, they mobilized. Over 300 of them signed their names publicly to an open letter to the NIH Director about their concerns. They're hoping to shine a light on the real imp…

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NCSC nominee calls for new counterintelligence career field 7:28

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The National Counterintelligence and Security Center is a relatively new organization within government, but the nominee to lead the center wants to make the NCSC the nerve center for us counterintelligence activities. Here with more details on the organization and the nominee is Federal News Network’s Justin Doubleday. See Privacy Policy at https:…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- June 30, 2025 54:27

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Over 300 NIH employees go public with their concerns about what's happening to that organization There are more new updates to the FAR--how do they all fit together? The person with the toughest job in Washington is the Senate Parliamentarian See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…

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There are more new updates to the FAR--how do they all fit together? 11:49

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The Trump Administration is tackling the FAR update in small bites, and released another set up updates that include Parts 11 and 39. Here with insight into the new sections, how they fit with previous updates, and what is still to come... Senior Fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting, Emily Murphy. See Priva…

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EP. 176 – Mark Stephens (Howard Kennedy) 55:34

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Join host Yasmin Sheikh as she interviews British lawyer, writer and broadcaster Mark Stephens for this thought-provoking episode. Mark shares his journey from representing artists in intellectual property cases to advocating for freedom of speech and human rights. He discusses his impactful work addressing global issues, such as decriminalising ho…

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There's new legal discussion about who might have standing as an "interested party" in bid protests. 10:04

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As the government places more emphasis on making procurement faster and buying commercial products, a protest case making its way through the court system could have major implications on who can protest contract awards. Here with more on the details of the case and what it could mean for future contracts is Partner with Haynes Boone, Dan Ramish. S…

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‘This is going to be HUD town:’ Trump administration to push NSF out of Virginia headquarters 7:39

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The Department of Housing and Urban Development will soon transfer employees from its downtown DC office into the National Science Foundation's headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. HUD's move is expected to entirely displace close to 2000 NSF employees already working there. But so far, there's no plan on when the move will happen or where NSF wil…

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It's national insurance awareness day--time to do your summer insurance review 13:16

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Federal Insurance Open Season isn't until November, but today is a great day to take inventory of your insurance coverage and start planning ahead. Here with practical tips and considerations is the Director of Marketing and Fundraising for Consumer's Checkbook, Kevin Moss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti…

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A cybersecurity ‘awakening’ at the VA 8:43

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Nearly two decades ago, the Department of Veterans Affairs came under scrutiny for a massive data breach. The incident involved a stolen laptop and the personal information of more than 26 million veterans. The breach served as a wake up call for the VA and for the rest of the federal government on the importance of information security. Federal Ne…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Friday, June 27, 2025 51:41

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton It's national insurance awareness day--time to do your summer insurance review There's new legal discussion about who might have standing as an "interested party" in bid protests 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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Some practical suggestions for those looking to make government more efficient 14:22

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Lots of government reformers want to make government run more like a business. But there are important reasons for the differences, and important considerations when tackling the government efficiency conundrum. Here with some practical suggestions are Senior Director at AArete, Lynne Jenkins, and AArete managing director, Tyler Higgins. See Privac…

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Navy HR modernization effort in limbo as CIO, CNP clash 8:01

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The Navy's top IT and personnel leaders are at odds about the future of the services, Human Resources modernization effort. At the center of the clash is a canceled contract that was helping the Navy to move sailors personnel and promotion records to the cloud, Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis is here with more details. See Privacy Policy at h…

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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Thursday, June 26, 2025 53:53

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Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton When disaster strikes, your local congressional office can help If your TSP is in an L fund, do not set it and forget it Some practical suggestions for those looking to make government more efficient See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…

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OMB kicks off new initiative to strengthen financial oversight 8:53

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The Office of Management and Budget is asking a simple question of agencies, how effective are your financial audits? In a new memo from OMB Director Russ Vought, the Trump administration is kicking off a new initiative to strengthen financial oversight and accountability for more on what OMB is trying to accomplish. Federal News Network executive …

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If your TSP is in an L fund, do not set it and forget it 9:57

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Many federal employees with long time horizons to retirement automatically put their TSP contributions into an "L" fund. That will mature about the same time as they plan to retire. My next guest says this "set it and forget it" approach can actually cost you purchasing power. Here with more details is Certified Financial Planner Art Stein. See Pri…