The search for the next Comptroller General is turning into a mystery, no one knows when the process will even begin
The search for the next Comptroller General is turning into a mystery, no one knows when the process will even begin  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Thu Feb 19 2026
Description: With Gene Dodaro’s 15‑year term closed out and Orice Williams Brown serving in an acting capacity, Congress and the administration now face a high‑stakes selection governed by one of the most bipartisan appointment processes in government. The next leader must balance independence, expertise and credibility to keep GAO’s work above politics. POGO’s Janice Luong joins us to break down what comes next.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.