The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton - Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
Stacey Geis, a Senior Counsel and former EPA official, discusses the alarming noncompliance rates among polluting facilities and the challenges of federal enforcement. Doug Criscitello, founder of the Center for USA Lending, highlights the need for modernization in federal lending, emphasizing opportunities for technology to enhance program integrity. Meanwhile, Stephanie Costrow, President of the Professional Services Council, reveals the difficulties companies face due to the disappearance of agency forecasts, stressing the impact on federal contracting and planning.
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Family Health Harm From Poor Military Housing
- Erica Thompson described spending $6,000 on dehumidifiers and air purifiers while waiting months for repairs in privatized military housing.
- Her children developed asthma and other serious conditions after walls were opened without containment during repairs.
Repairs Without Containment Worsened Exposure
- Erica Thompson reported that walls were opened without containment during repairs, immediately worsening symptoms across her household and dog.
- Her son began passing out and required retina scans after the remediation work began.
Mold Is A Widespread Military Readiness Risk
- Change the Air Foundation found 74% of respondents reported mold, with over 50% reporting HVAC or humidity problems.
- The group framed housing-related health problems as a mission-readiness and national security concern.