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Federal Newscast

THE FEDERAL NEWSCAST, (length about seven minutes), is a daily Monday through Friday, 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/Newscasters Eric White and Michele Sandiford assemble and read the stories on the THE FEDERAL DRIVE with TERRY GERTON, 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.

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Suspension extended for horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery Jun 12, 2023

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(6/12/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: OPM boosts awareness for those seeking and those running federal internship programs. HHS is close to finalizing an update to its data management strategy. And the 45-day suspension is extended for horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery funerals.

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Deleted texts newest reason given to DHS IG to immediately resign Jun 09, 2023

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(6/9/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Testifying to deleted texts is the latest reason Congressman Bennie Thompson is giving for the immediate resignation of Homeland Security's Inspector General. With military readiness impacted, GAO highlights DoD lowlights of weapons acquisitions programs taking too long and exceeding cost estimates. And contractors finally have a new timeline for the OASIS+ contract.

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House Democrats continue to spar with Homeland Security's inspector general Jun 08, 2023

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In today's Federal Newscast, lawmakers look to address what they say is troubling behavior by the Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general.

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Security clearance holders, be on the lookout for latest phishing attempt Jun 07, 2023

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In today's Federal Newscast, the Defense Department is warning security clearance holders to watch out for a sophisticated phishing email.

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ICE acting director announces his retirement Jun 06, 2023

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(6/6/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: The acting director at Immigration and Customs Enforcement calls it a day. Congressman James Comer urges the President to nominate more permanent Inspectors General. And Air Force pilots can extend their military commitments and land a cool $50,000 bonus.

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TikTok banned again, this time for federal contractors Jun 05, 2023

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(6/5/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: TikTok has been banned again. (This time for federal-government contractors). Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to play "20 questions" with DoD contractors over their pricing practices. And a new bill would strengthen a VA program that supports caregivers of veterans injured in the line of duty.

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Astro Alert: Houston leads nation in dogs biting letter carriers Jun 02, 2023

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(6/2/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: It's a mixed-bag in May for the Thrift Savings Plan. President Biden picks an Air Force Lt. Gen. to lead the Defense Intelligence Agency. And Houston has the most-recent World Series champs and it also leads the nation in dogs, perhaps named Astro, biting letter carriers.

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Biden nominates new Commandant of the Marines Corps Jun 01, 2023

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(6/1/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: President Biden has nominated a new Commandant of the Marines Corps. We have the latest "trust" numbers in a survey about federal employees. And the price of a stamp is going up...again.

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Border Patrol Chief's 30-year career ends in 30 days May 31, 2023

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(5/31/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz prepares to end his 30-year career in 30 days. An Air Force disaster recovery response team is on its way to Guam. And the VA is pulling the mask off of certain mandates.

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Typhoon turns Guam into Hotel California, with no check-out until July May 30, 2023

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(5/30/23) - In today's Federal Newscast: Political campaigns prove to be a minefield for Hatch Act violators. Agencies have expanded their cyber defenses. And the Navy says the Guam typhoon means you can check out anytime you'd like, but you can never leave; at least not until July.

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