The U.S. government officially entered a shutdown at midnight on October 1, 2025, following a breakdown in budget negotiations between Congress and the White House. As a result, over 750,000 federal employees are being furloughed daily, while essential personnel—including active-duty military—must continue working without pay. The ripple effects are being felt most acutely by military…
Federal authorities have issued a stark warning about rising threats to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. A joint intelligence bulletin from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), circulated nationwide on October 2, 2025, highlights a disturbing trend: domestic violent extremists are conducting pre-planned, lethal attacks against…
On October 3, 2025, President Trump announced a sweeping drug pricing initiative called “TrumpRx,” designed to deliver up to 60% discounts on select medications purchased through federal health programs. The plan includes direct price negotiations with manufacturers, importation of lower-cost drugs from approved countries, and expanded use of biosimilars to reduce dependency on high-cost brand-name…
In government contracting, past performance is more than just a report card—it’s your company’s golden ticket to future opportunities. Contracting officers don’t just want to know you can do the work; they want proof you’ve done it before and done it well. Think of it as dating: nobody wants to commit without seeing how you…
If you’ve ever tried to win a federal contract, you already know this truth: compliance in government contracting isn’t optional—it’s the price of entry. You can have the sharpest proposal, the lowest price, or the flashiest PowerPoint… but if you miss a compliance requirement, your chances can vanish faster than coffee at a Monday morning…
Why GSA Schedules Matter for Federal Vendors The GSA Schedule is a pre-approved contract vehicle. It allows vendors to sell directly to federal agencies without lengthy negotiations.Over $40 billion flows through this system annually. That’s a massive opportunity for businesses ready to scale. Getting listed means your pricing, terms, and capabilities are already vetted. It…
Federal contract vehicles are the backbone of government procurement. They help agencies buy faster, smarter, and with less risk. If you’re a vendor, understanding federal contract vehicles is essential. These vehicles are pre-approved pathways for buying goods and services. They simplify the acquisition process. They also ensure compliance with federal rules. From GSA Schedules to…
This week, USA Rare Earth’s magnet strategy took centre stage as the company announced a $100 million acquisition of Less Common Metals, a U.K.-based alloy producer. The move is designed to expand refining and magnet manufacturing capacity at its Oklahoma facility, giving the U.S. a stronger foothold in a sector long dominated by China. With…
Volvo has announced plans to produce a new hybrid vehicle in the United States, a move that highlights both market opportunity and trade realities. The decision comes as global automakers feel the heat from rising U.S. tariffs on imported cars. By committing to Volvo hybrid model production in its South Carolina plant, the company is…
Canary Capital has filed for a new crypto ETF. It focuses on U.S.-origin digital assets. This move has triggered speculation around XRP, Solana, and Cardano.“We want to spotlight American innovation in blockchain,” said Canary’s spokesperson. Why This ETF Matters Most crypto ETFs focus on Bitcoin or Ethereum. Canary’s proposal is different. It targets blockchains with…