The GovNavigators prepare for Independence Day weekend in this special pop-up episode of the GovNavigators Show. Unfortunately, leadership in Congress likely won't be enjoying the fireworks, as the administration insists everyone stay in town until the "Big, Beautiful Bill" is on the President's desk. Meanwhile, Russ Vought calls for a shakeup in federal auditing, and HUD gets a new headquarters.
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Karen Kerrigan on Small Business at a Crossroads
This week on the GovNavigators Show, Karen Kerrigan, head of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council, shares insights from 30 years at the forefront of small business advocacy. From tax uncertainty and regulatory challenges to the promise of technology and smarter federal procurement, Karen breaks down what small businesses need now—and what policymakers can do to help.Show Notes SBE: Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council SBA: Small Business AdministrationCTA: Corporate Transparency Act
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The Impoundment Saga featuring Doug Criscitello
This week on the GovNavigators Show, Doug Criscitello, Program Integrity Fellow at Arnold Ventures, returns to unpack the resurgence of impoundment in the federal budget discourse. Doug sheds light on the Impoundment Control Act’s history and relevance, explains why the GAO is investigating 39 potential violations, and breaks down the tension between Executive authority and the Legislature’s power of the purse. From rescission packages to apportionments and Anti-Deficiency Act risks, Doug offers a clear-eyed take on what lies ahead for agencies and appropriators as fiscal pressures mount.Show NotesArnold Ventures: Doug’s Webinar on ImpoundmentICA: Impoundment Control Act of 1974GAO: Ruling on DOT ImpoundmentRescission Package Passed by the HouseDominic Pino’s Op-Ed in the Washington PostADA: The Antideficiency Act of 1870Events on the GovNavigator’s RadarJune 17th, 2025: Samuel J. Heyman Service to America MedalsJune 25th, 2025: ACT-IAC's Data & Analytics Forum
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Soraya Correa on Rethinking Federal Procurement
This week on the GovNavigators Show, Soraya Correa, President and CEO of National Industries for the Blind and a longtime leader in federal acquisition, joins the show to reflect on her career and what's next for procurement reform. Soraya shares stories from her time building the Procurement Innovation Lab at DHS, offers a no-nonsense take on the FAR overhaul, and explains why empowering contracting officers—and bridging the gap between government and industry—matters more than ever.Show NotesJWOD: Javits-Wagner-O'Day ActPIL: Procurement Innovation LabEO: Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement Events on the GovNavigators' RadarJune 10, 2025: Arnold Ventures event on Impoundment June 11, 2025: House Oversight and Government Reform Hearing on Reforming Defense Procurement June 25, 2025: ACT-IAC's Data & Analytics Forum
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The Oracle Returns: Charles Cooper on What’s Next
This week on the GovNavigators Show, Charles Cooper, Managing Partner and Founder of the Brumidi Group, returns to offer his no-nonsense forecast for what’s next on Capitol Hill. From budget reconciliation drama and appropriations gridlock to tariff tensions and the 2026 election, Charles breaks down the policy, politics, and personalities shaping the months ahead—and why even a missed vote could change everything.Show NotesOMB: Technical Supplement to the 2026 Budget GAO: DOT and the Impoundment ActEvents on the GovNavigators' RadarJune 3, 2025: Forum Global’s USA AI Summit Carahsoft’s Customer Experience and Engagement SummitJune 5, 2025: Committee on oversight AI in Government Hearing June 6, 2025: ACT-IAC's Health Innovation SummitJune 25, 2025: ACT-IAC's Data & Analytics Forum
Welcome, everyone, to the The GovNavigators Show - a government focused show that won’t make you seasick. We hope to enlighten and enliven your week with news and insightful, entertaining guests all on the topic of government management.Check out more at www.govnavigators.com
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