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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 10 MIN

Pentagon eyes 2028 to deliver much-delayed background investigation system

from The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton

The Defense Department’s much-delayed background investigation system is years behind schedule and billions over budget. DoD officials say they have a plan to finally deliver the system in the coming years. But lawmakers are concerned about more schedule slips and a lack of permanent leadership to oversee the program. For more, Federal News Network’s Justin Doubleday 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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