Widespread layoffs unfolding across the federal government present a prime opportunity for foreign spy agencies
The widespread layoffs unfolding across the federal government present a prime opportunity for foreign spy agencies. The foundation for defense of democracies, recently uncovered a likely Chinese intelligence operation targeting former Feds through fake recruiting websites. For more on this scheme and what to watch out for Federal News Network's Justin Doubleday spoke with FDD, Senior Analyst for emerging threats, Max lesser.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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Results of the first review initiates battle over budget rules
During the confirmation hearings of the Office of Management and Budget Director and Deputy Director for budget earlier this year, lawmakers pressed Russ Vought and Dan Bishop about whether they would comply with the Impoundment Control Act. The budget rules of the road require congressional approval if OMB decides not to spend money appropriated in law, while both Vought and Bishop promised to comply with the law. A new decision by the Government Accountability Office casts further doubt on whether OMB will follow the 1974 impoundment Control Act. For more on GAO's recent decision, Federal News Networks Executive Editor Jason Miller joins me.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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New research speeds up quantum computing
Quantum computers promise to speed calculations dramatically. But they’re so different from today’s computers that scientists need to figure out the best ways to feed them information to take full advantage. Emerging research from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory offers a new approach. Joining me with more details is Dr. Bo Peng.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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Using artificial intelligence to reduce DoD's procurement timelines
Commercial firms are already using AI to simplify procurement. While bringing that approach into DoD offers great promise, there are also some significant obstacles. A new paper from the National Defense Industrial Association's Emerging Technologies Institute offers some specific recommendations for balancing risks and benefits. Joining me with more details is ETI Associate Research Fellow, Wilson Miles.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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The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton -- Friday, May 30, 2025
Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Using artificial intelligence to reduce DoD's procurement timelines New research speeds up quantum computingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.
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