Biden’s supercharged federal contracting pipeline targeted for freeze after bribery bust, undercover sting
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Republican Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst calls on 24 federal agencies to halt funding for the 8(a) program amid fraud concerns that emerged under the Biden administration.
The federal government's 8(a) program is an initiative under the Small Business Administration (SBA) to assist "socially and economically disadvantaged" small businesses, according to the agency's website, including training and counseling, and exclusive access to federal contracting opportunities.
Ernst sent letters to the chiefs of 24 federal agencies that have established 8(a) programs — stretching from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem — calling on them to halt funding amid fraud concerns.
Brian Cole Jr. was arrested for allegedly planting pipe bombs near the Capitol on January 5, 2021, as FBI agents conduct a methodical search of his Virginia home.
New Zealand police recovered a diamond-encrusted Fabergé pendant after a suspected thief swallowed the jewelry during a theft at an Auckland store.
Juan Melgar-Ayala, an illegal immigrant and convicted felon from El Salvador, allegedly wounded four Omaha police officers in a gas station shootout before being killed.
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani released a video outlining immigrant rights during ICE encounters, advising residents on legal protections.
White House border czar Tom Homan defended ICE tactics on CNN Sunday morning, arguing that immigration officers are receiving death threats every day.
House and Senate negotiators released a $900 billion defense bill targeting China with new investment restrictions, technology bans, and expanded military competition measures.
Ramzan Kadyrov vows retaliation against Ukraine following drone attack on Grozny building, while Ukrainian officials say Zelenskyy remains unafraid of threats.
Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, joined "Sunday Morning Futures" to discuss why he believes he was indicated by the Biden administration's DOJ on bribery and money laundering charges.
Michael Skakel details his traumatic childhood and maintains his innocence in the Martha Moxley murder case that captivated the nation for decades.
President Donald Trump criticized late-night host Jimmy Kimmel while speaking to reporters on Saturday as he honored the Kennedy Center Honors recipients in the Oval Office.
Two Florida teens, Kimahri Blevins, 14, and Gabriel Williams, 16, face premeditated murder charges for allegedly shooting and burning 14-year-old Danika Troy in Santa Rosa County.
President Donald Trump revamps the Kennedy Center Honors, choosing mainstream artists over classical performers and becoming the first president to host the gala.
A student at Rollins College in Florida was arrested after it was discovered that he had an AR-15 under his bed when campus safety officials were investigating a large order ammunition to his dorm.