National Guard Proposal Ignites Debate The spotlight is once again on Washington as National Guard deployments dominate headlines. Former President Trump has threatened to send troops into Democrat-led cities, a move that has quickly ignited a storm of reactions nationwide. Supporters of the plan argue that stronger law-and-order measures are urgently needed to address crime,…
Government contracting is often called a game of patience and sometimes luck. But smart contractors know it’s less about crossing your fingers and more about reading the tea leaves of industry trends. If you know where the money is going, you can position yourself to win. If you don’t? Well, let’s just say you might…
The U.S. Relies on Russian-Enriched Uranium for Power and Navy For decades, the U.S. has been quietly powering its grid and even its Navy thanks to uranium enriched in Russia. Yep, since 1993, billions of American dollars have gone straight to Moscow’s state-run nuclear energy company. That enriched uranium currently helps keep 54 U.S. nuclear…
If your federal business development strategy still revolves around scanning SAM.gov for the next RFP, a seismic shift is underway that you can’t afford to ignore. The quiet revolution of federal category management is accelerating, and with the latest updates to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 8, it’s moving from best practice to a…
U.S. Services Sector Shows No Growth The U.S. services sector, a critical engine of the economy, showed no growth in July, raising concerns about the strength of consumer demand and business momentum. For months, services—from restaurants and hotels to healthcare and transportation—have been driving the recovery, while manufacturing has slowed. However, with the latest data…
A significant development for federal contractor compliance, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has canceled its planned reduction in force. This decision ensures the continuity of critical oversight and represents a major commitment to upholding federal contractor compliance standards. The National Council of Field Labor Locals has confirmed that employees previously slated for…
Zelensky Walks Out of White House with Calm, Cash The mood in Washington this time couldn’t have been more different. Back in February, Trump and Zelensky’s meeting felt like watching divorced parents argue over who gets the dog tense, snappy, and not pretty. Fast forward to this week in the Oval Office, and suddenly the…
California vs. Texas: The Map Wars Heat Up America’s political map wars are heating up again and this round is pure California drama! Forget Netflix, this is the real binge-worthy showdown where Democrats in the Golden State are rolling out fresh congressional maps today, and the move is being billed as a direct counterpunch to…
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,…