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Carten Cordell is the managing editor at Government Executive. Cordell has covered federal government, technology and acquisition for Federal Times, FedScoop, Washington Business Journal and Nextgov/FCW. An Alabama native, Cordell holds bachelor’s degrees in history and journalism from Auburn University and a master’s degree from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. His work has also appeared in USA Today, Writer's Digest and many other publications. He came to GovExec after a stint at Sage Communications, a marketing services agency that focuses on the government contracting market.

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  House legislation seeks to add protections for probationary employees

  By Carten Cordell Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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FCW

Nextgov/FCW is a US-based media company founded in 2008 that focuses on technology and innovation within the federal government. It provides insights into how digital transformation affects government operations, policies, and service delivery. The company was formed from the merger of two publications, FCW and Nextgov, which operated independently until 2021. Nextgov/FCW publishes news and analysis on federal IT modernization, cybersecurity, and procurement. It features specialized coverage, including blogs that track federal IT procurement opportunities. The company also reports on significant policy developments, such as the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Its primary audience includes federal IT professionals, policymakers, contractors, and industry stakeholders, with reporting that often references key government agencies and initiatives.