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Supreme Court limits environmental reviews. Pipelines, highways, ports, are going to see faster approvals, fewer roadblocks as NEPA gets limited.
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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Air Force Reserve faces fighter cuts—less jets, more problems.
The Air Force Reserve is set to lose nearly half of its fighter jets by 2030, raising concerns about pilot shortages and training capacity. Lt. Gen. John Healy warns that these cuts could sideline the force in future conflicts. Will modernization efforts make up for the losses?
Pentagon looks to reduce consultant contracts to save money.
The Pentagon is cracking down on IT consulting contracts, requiring strict justifications before outsourcing work. SecDef Hegseth aims to shift more IT management in-house, cutting reliance on external firms. The service branch is not going forward with the Strategic Transformation Support II vehicle.
Boeing’s F-47: USAF’s next-gen fighter takes shape.
The USAF is moving forward with Boeing’s F-47, its first sixth-generation fighter under the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program. Designed to replace the F-22, the F-47 boasts stealth, sensor fusion, and long-range strike capabilities. Expect Mach 2 speeds, AI-driven combat, and uncrewed wingmen.
ICYMI:
Navy RFI: Cyber Operational Test & Evaluation OPTEVFOR.
MDA RFI: SHIELD Multiple Award IDIQ.
DOD ended a new radar effort meant for Guam missile defense.
Army’s Unified Network Plan 2.0 emphasizes data security, open standards.
Anduril unveils Fury, a next-gen autonomous group 5 combat aircraft.
Pentagon receives its first Hypersonic Missile Defense Radar.
Defense Contract Awards
BAE Systems won a $80M Army DOD Supercomputing Resource Cntr project.
Solute won a $41M USN Engineering Support Services contract.
Deloitte & Touche awarded $81M Navy IDIQ enterprise mgmt contract.
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A Navy SEAL serving as INDOPACOM’s senior enlisted leader will become the DOD’s top enlisted official.
Navy ousts PEO USC chief following inspector general probe.
Defense Job Openings
USAF needs a Training and Readiness Deputy Director.
OSD wants an Associate Director.
TRIVIA 🤔
As of 2024, approximately how many National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) are owned by the U.S. government?
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INTEL COMMUNITY
ICYMI:
OSS secures USSOCOM deal to build durable high-performance edge systems.
NGA deploys generative AI to enhance geospatial data analysis.
An IT specialist at DIA was charged with trying to give classified information to a foreign government.
Targeting “foreign adversaries,” FCC proposes ownership reporting regime.
Lockheed booked a $510M USSF GPS IIIF satellites deal.
CIVILIAN
The White House moves to dismantle $37B affirmative action program.
The White House is pushing to end the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, a long-standing affirmative action initiative that directs $37 billion to minority- and women-owned businesses.
DOE’s new supercomputer: science, AI, and a nobel namesake.
The Energy Department is rolling out Doudna, a next-gen supercomputer named after Nobel laureate Jennifer Doudna. Powered by Dell and NVIDIA, this AI-driven powerhouse will accelerate breakthroughs in quantum computing, energy research, and high-performance computing.
Tech Hub funding shake-up—frustration, but not a total loss.
The Commerce Department’s decision to recompete $210 million in Tech Hub awards has left supporters frustrated, but there’s a silver lining—the program isn’t disappearing. While some regions thought they had funding locked in, they’ll now have to wait for a fresh competition. Will this delay be worth it?
ICYMI:
GDIT launches AI-powered fraud detection platform.
U.S. pulls $700M funding for Moderna’s bird flu vaccine.
VA expands hiring—more help for Veterans Crisis Line.
US Fire Admin to close emergency mgmt info sharing (EMR-ISAC) center.
Civilian Contracts Awards
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SAS has a new Business Development VP.
C5MI welcomed a new President, COO.
Civilian Job Openings
CBP is hiring an Assistant Port Director.
USCG is looking for a Contract Specialist.
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M&A CORNER
Leidos acquires Kudu Dynamics.
Leidos is making moves in the cyber warfare space with its $300 million acquisition of Kudu Dynamics. The deal strengthens Leidos’ AI-enabled offensive cyber and electromagnetic spectrum operations, reinforcing its commitment to full-spectrum cyber dominance. Baird served as Kudu’s exclusive financial advisor.
Motorola Solutions acquires Silvus Technologies to enhance defense communications.
Motorola Solutions is making a $4.4 billion bet on secure battlefield communications with its acquisition of Silvus Technologies. Known for its mobile ad-hoc networking (MANET) radios, Silvus strengthens Motorola’s defense tech portfolio, ensuring troops stay connected in contested environments.
Rocket Lab to acquire satellite payload manufacturer Geost.
Rocket Lab is acquiring Geost from the private equity firm ATL Partners for $275M. The acquisition gives Rocket Lab access to satellite sensor technology used by the DOD for missile warning systems and space surveillance — capabilities that could help it win lucrative Pentagon contracts as the company positions itself for prime contractor wins.
SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
The US announces plans to revoke visas for Chinese students. This applies to individuals linked to the CCP or pursuing studies in sensitive fields. SOURCE↗︎
Amazon inks deal with NYT to license newspaper content for AI platforms. Multi-year licensing deal will bring content to a “variety of Amazon customer experiences.” SOURCE↗︎
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams update: They have finished their re-entry physical therapy, saying, “Gravity stinks!” SOURCE↗︎
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TRIVIA ANSWER ⭐️
Fewer than 400 — While there are over 2,600 National Historic Landmarks across the United States, the federal government owns fewer than 400 of them. The majority are under the stewardship of private individuals, organizations, corporations, tribal entities, or state and local governments. (Source)
