Federal Newscast
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The Federal Newscast is a daily compilation of the stories Federal News Radio Producer Eric White reads on Federal Drive with Tom Temin. Listen to the newscast or read the stories each weekday morning on FederalNewsRadio.com.
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Coast Guard commandant voices support for transgender members
02/08/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, while President Trump has tweeted that the military will no longer allow transgender people to serve in the military, Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Paul Zukunft has reaffirmed his commitment to them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Trump administration's border wall project on hold due to bid protests
01/08/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, the General Services Administration extends the comment period for those who want to give their opinions of rules pertaining to topics such as acquisition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Trump administration's border wall project on hold due to bid protests
01/08/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, the process for selecting a contractor to build a wall on the U.S. southern border is delayed because of two companies objecting to the bidding process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Senate Democrats last effort to get new FBI headquarters fails
28/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, Republicans on the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected an amendment in a spending measure which would have authorized funds for a new, consolidated FBI headquarters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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VA committees come to agreement on new funding measure for Veterans Choice program
27/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, after the first measure failed to pass the House, both chambers' respective Veterans Affairs committees have new legislation on the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Three postal workers convicted in scheme to deliver cannabis in DC
26/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Justice Department says three postal workers conspired to use USPS equipment to distribute large amounts of pot to the D.C. area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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New program lets you meet face to face with IRS over the internet
25/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Internal Revenue Service is trying out a pilot program to let taxpayers meet with IRS representatives through virtual conferences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Bill to create new cyber agency at DHS to be introduced this week
24/07/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX) is set to introduce legislation this week which would reshuffle the Homeland Security Department to create an agency focused on cybersecurity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Former DEA officer pleads guilty to using gun in robbery
21/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, a former officer with the Drug Enforcement Administration admits to taking part in a robbery disguised as a standard search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Congress increases use of earmarks in 2017
20/07/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Citizens Against Government Waste releases its 2017 Pig Book, highlighting what they see as wasteful spending by Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Idea of new space branch for the military gets cold reception from defense leadership
19/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, another high ranking defense official comes out against the creation of a new military branch to focus on space issues, called for in the House's defense authorization bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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IRS' record retention practices now below federal requirements
18/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, a new report highlights poor record management at the Internal Revenue Service, leading to lost or accidentally destroyed federal records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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One of EPA's top cops is retiring
17/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, Susan Shinkman, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Civil Enforcement says she will be retiring by the end of the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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OPM proposes new guidelines on admin leave
14/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Personnel Management has proposed new regulations that define parameters for agencies in granting administrative leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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OMB to agencies: Learn to live with less
13/07/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Office of Management and Budget has issued its guidelines to federal agencies for 2019 budget submissions, telling them to get comfortable with lower civilian spending and workforce levels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Severe cybersecurity issues found at Army medical facilities
12/07/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, a report issued by the Defense Department inspector general has found 350 known security vulnerabilities at three Army hospitals and clinics, adding Defense Heath Agency and Army officials have failed to effectively protect electronic patient health information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Report offers a roadmap for White House leadership on innovation
11/07/2017 Duración: 04minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation has proposed a detailed set of recommendations for the White House to boost faith in the legitimacy of government by improving its effectiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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VA's first 'accountability' posting shows hundreds fired since Trump inauguration
10/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, the Department of Veterans Affairs has posted its first list of employee removals, suspensions and demotions showing 525 VA staffers have been fired since President Trump took office in January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Watchdog group claims 'biased hierarchy' persists at NPS
07/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, senior National Park Service officials continue to receive immunity from disciplinary actions despite findings of misconduct. The findings, according to an independent watchdog group, continue the perception of a biased hierarchy within the agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Audit finds deficiencies with DHS data security
06/07/2017 Duración: 03minIn today's Federal Newscast, an audit finds the Homeland Security Department's Office of the Chief Information Officer and Office of Financial Management is not taking all the necessary steps to make sure data it collects was not compromised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices