Federal Newscast

by Federal News Network | Hubbard Radio

THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, (length about seven minutes), is a weekdaily, high-information compilation of nine 40-second news stories and news packages, generated by the non-partisan, non-political, private-sector team of reporters at Federal News Network. Federal News Radio Producer/Newscaster Peter Musurlian assembles and reads the stories on the THE FEDERAL DRIVE with TOM TEMIN, the weekday morning-drive program, heard from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. (ET) on the Federal News Network app (and website), on any smart speaker, and on WFED 1500 AM, a 50,000-watt 'Class A' powerhouse radio station in the nation's capital. The podcast is most popular with FNN's audience of highly educated listeners, who conveniently access THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, 24/7, on any podcast platform . Listen to it (as just mentioned) or read the stories each weekday morning at FederalNewsNetwork.com, where the news items contain hyperlinks for those who want more information on a given story.

Episodes

Bill to create new cyber agency at DHS to be introduced this week

4m · Published 24 Jul 17:50

In 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

Former DEA officer pleads guilty to using gun in robbery

3m · Published 21 Jul 20:50

In 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

Congress increases use of earmarks in 2017

4m · Published 20 Jul 23:50

In 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

Idea of new space branch for the military gets cold reception from defense leadership

3m · Published 19 Jul 02:50

In 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

IRS' record retention practices now below federal requirements

3m · Published 18 Jul 05:50

In 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

One of EPA's top cops is retiring

3m · Published 17 Jul 08:50

In 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

OPM proposes new guidelines on admin leave

3m · Published 14 Jul 09:19

In 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

OMB to agencies: Learn to live with less

4m · Published 13 Jul 09:15

In 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

Severe cybersecurity issues found at Army medical facilities

4m · Published 12 Jul 09:16

In 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

Report offers a roadmap for White House leadership on innovation

4m · Published 11 Jul 07:11

In 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

Federal Newscast has 1844 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 204:27:34. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 27th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on June 1st, 2024 02:42.