A Movement Reignited In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University, his widow, Erika Kirk, has stepped forward. She stepped with a message that’s reverberating across conservative circles. “The movement my husband built will not die.” Her emotional address, delivered beside Charlie’s empty studio chair and cross necklace, was more than a…
ITAR compliance is becoming a bigger priority in U.S. government contracting. With growing global tensions and the rise of sensitive technologies, the federal government is tightening oversight on how contractors handle defense-related information and equipment. The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is at the heart of this push, setting strict rules to control who…
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers to visit China later this month is making waves in Washington and beyond. This marks the first congressional delegation to China since 2019, signalling a possible shift in tone despite ongoing friction between the two nations. Representative Adam Smith will lead the visit and include members from both parties,…
Hitachi has announced a bold plan to invest $1 billion in U.S. grid component production, marking one of the largest industrial commitments in the energy sector this year. A major share of the investment—about $457 million—will fund a new manufacturing facility in South Boston, Virginia. Once completed by 2028, this site will be the largest…
False Claims Act compliance has become one of the hottest issues in U.S. government contracting. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has stepped up enforcement, targeting contractors that overcharge, misrepresent work, or fail to meet contract terms. For federal contractors, this means the stakes are higher than ever. A single violation can result in heavy fines,…
Hurricane Erin barrels toward the East Coast with Category 5 intensity. Federal disaster response systems are under strain. FEMA is still withholding over $100 million in preparedness funds from North Carolina. Emergency procurement protocols are being activated across agencies. For federal contractors, this storm signals a surge in rapid-response task orders, infrastructure repair contracts, and…
On September 4, 2025, federal agents executed the largest immigration raid in U.S. history. This raid took place at Hyundai and LG Energy Solution’s $4.3B EV battery plant construction site in Georgia. This raid led to the detention of 475 workers. Most of them are South Korean nationals. This enforcement action halted construction on a…
Realterm and Stotan Industrial are teaming up to build a massive trailer storage hub in Laredo, Texas, designed to support the surging demand from U.S.–Mexico trade. The 25.8-acre project will feature nearly 700 trailer stalls, repair bays, and modern office facilities—all developed to Customs-Trade standards. With the Port of Laredo processing more than $339 billion…
Corteva Agriscience has officially broken ground on its brand-new R&D lab in Michigan, marking a $27.5 million investment in science and innovation. The facility, located in Midland Industrial Park, is set to focus on advanced crop protection research, analytical chemistry, and continuous processing technologies. While this project won’t create brand-new positions, it will retain 45…
In 2025, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is accelerating its integration of quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) across defense contracts. This shift is driven by national security imperatives, digital modernization goals, and legislative mandates. These mandates were outlined in the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Contractors must now align with new pilot…