Tom Temin's final column as full-time host of The Federal Drive. He reflects on a long career and leaving when the Trump crew has caused so much upheaval.

"They're considering rolling up two-thirds of the government spending, all the common goods and services purchases under GSA," said Paul Murphy ...

"There will inevitably be downsides, but every breakthrough in technology and the history of our race has led to more jobs rather than fewer," said Don Beyer.

"We need the most talented individuals to be building the right credentials to serve in government," said Katherine Kuzminski.

The George W. Bush administration launched MCC in 2004, and issues grants to countries it determines have potential for economic growth.

While the move has not occurred, there are indications that the units will be shifted to the Space Force by the end of the year.

OPM also offered employees who were laid off in a RIF the option to retroactively join the deferred resignation program or ...

Trusted Workforce 2.0 has sparked major progress on security clearance and personnel vetting reform, but there's still plenty of big challenges left.

IARPA wants to make sure that intel agencies can use generative AI without worrying about whether it will expose classified data.

"This administration’s animus towards transgender heroes prioritizes a manufactured culture war over military excellence and readiness," Senate Dems wrote.

"There are actually substantially greater expenditures on federal grants and assistance, even than government contracts," ...

"It really comprises of two parts. One is direct cash assistance, and the other is assistance through a program such as career training," said Jim Dalkin.