WASHINGTON — The U.S. government has decided against imposing new oil sanctions on Russia, opting for a cautious approach amid concerns over global energy stability and ongoing diplomatic efforts. Administration officials said the move reflects a need to balance pressure on Moscow with economic realities, as fresh penalties could disrupt oil markets and harm U.S.…
The U.S. housing market, which has been red-hot for several years, is showing clear signs of cooling. Recent data from Realtor.com, Zillow, and RE/MAX suggest that inventory is rising, price growth is slowing, and buyers are finding more room to negotiate. After years of pandemic-era frenzied demand, the market appears to be shifting toward balance,…
The United States is once again on the brink of a debt ceiling crisis. We’ve been here before, and yet every time it feels like a fresh drama. Congress must agree to raise or suspend the limit on how much the government can borrow. If they don’t, the Treasury Department warns we could run out…
Introduction The federal procurement landscape is undergoing a major shift in 2025. With Executive Order 14240 and OMB Memorandum M-25-31, the Biden administration is doubling down on consolidating procurement under the General Services Administration (GSA) to eliminate waste, reduce redundancy, and maximize taxpayer savings. For IT vendors and solutions providers, this means a fundamental change…
If you run a government contracting business, you already know: security is a make-or-break issue. One breach physical or digital can mean millions in losses, years of recovery, or even the end of your business. Think about it. If someone walked out of your facility with sensitive defense schematics, the fallout wouldn’t just be a…
Government contracting can feel like walking across a field full of hidden explosives. One wrong step — a missed deadline, a misfiled document, a cybersecurity oversight — and boom, you’re dealing with penalties, audits, or worse, losing the contract you worked so hard to win. The good news? With the right systems, a sharp eye…
Under Scrutiny, GAO Lays Out Its Case to Lawmakers The Government Accountability Office (GAO) often called Congress’s watchdog is usually a behind-the-scenes player in Washington, quietly poring over budgets, auditing programs, and issuing reports that most Americans never see. But lately, the 103-year-old agency has found itself in the political spotlight, facing sharp criticism, budget…
In the high-stakes world of government accountability, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) is mounting an unprecedented defense of its federal audit authority. The nonpartisan watchdog, which identified $66.7 billion in taxpayer savings last year alone, now faces existential threats as political opponents target its funding. This federal audit powerhouse has become ground zero in Washington’s latest spending battle, with…
A Surge in Consumer Confidence After a stretch of sluggish sales and cautious spending, U.S. retail is back in the spotlight with a strong rebound that’s boosting optimism for the broader economy. The latest figures indicate a significant increase in retail sales across multiple categories, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and dining. Analysts credit this…
PartnerOne Gives MonsterGov a “Forever Home” PartnerOne, which is a holding company that’s been quietly and sometimes not-so-quietly buying enterprise software businesses since 1996 has acquired Monster Government Solutions (MonsterGov), the public-sector arm of Monster. On the surface, it’s just another acquisition. In reality, it’s a strong signal that PartnerOne sees major opportunity in the…