Pentagon in disarray under SecDef Pete Hegseth, marked by leak scandals, infighting, and security breaches like "Signalgate," where sensitive war plans were discussed on an unsecured app. So says NY Mag. #PentagonChaos #Hegseth https://washingtonhorizon.com/new-york-mag-on-the-pentagon-in-chaos-scrutiny-after-leaks-infighting-and-security-lapses/

The job market is tough! Millions of Americans face scams, "ghost postings" (44% reported), and AI recruiters (17% encountered), leading to frustration. With an average of 294 applications per job offer, and Gen Z expecting 50+ rejections, finding work feels stacked against candidates. #JobSearch #HiringTrends https://washingtonhorizon.com/job-seekers-wrestle-with-scams-and-ai-in-a-turbulent-hiring-market/

Airbus scores big at the Paris Air Show—major orders from Riyadh Air, AviLease, ANA, and VietJet, plus ANA’s new luxe “THE Room FX” suite. Boeing stays quiet after recent setbacks. #ParisAirShow #Aviation https://washingtonhorizon.com/airbus-orders-and-boeing-sleeps-at-paris-air-show/

Musk’s chaotic run with DOGE in DC: layoffs, slashed DEI, $180B “savings wall”—but critics say the only legacy is dysfunction, confusion & lost talent. “Firing the paper pushers doesn’t fix the system.” #ElonMusk #FederalJobs https://washingtonhorizon.com/new-yorker-goes-deep-on-musks-doge-days/

Senate advances a bill granting Trump sweeping powers—and $100M—to cut, merge, or shrink federal agencies with almost no oversight. Critics call it a “surrender” of Congress’ authority. #Congress #FederalWorkforce https://washingtonhorizon.com/senate-budget-bill-grants-trump-sweeping-powers-to-reorganize-agencies-lay-off-federal-workers/

GSA rolls out mandatory Transactional Data Reporting, expanding pricing transparency and streamlining federal procurement for all Schedule contractors. #FederalProcurement #govcon https://washingtonhorizon.com/gsa-expands-tdr-to-remove-dreaded-prc-from-schedules/

From #FCC governance to #defense, #cloud, and #aviation news, we cover the Paris Air Show, cloud at DOD, Boeing’s fighter projects, and more. #HCRL https://washingtonhorizon.com/horizon-cutting-room-links-wednesday-18-june-2025/

he US Army has canceled the M10 Booker light tank program, a $1 billion+ project, just before full-rate production. Originally meant to be air-transportable, it became too heavy. The Army accepted 26 units, but will redirect funds to new capabilities. #ArmyModernization #M10Booker https://washingtonhorizon.com/army-terminates-1b-m10-booker-tank-program-before-full-rate-production/

A Senate adds to budget bill sweeping authority—and $100M—to reorganize federal agencies and cut jobs with little congressional oversight. Labor groups warn of risks to public service. #GovernmentReform #FederalJobs https://washingtonhorizon.com/senate-budget-bill-grants-trump-sweeping-powers-to-reorganize-agencies-lay-off-federal-workers/

Airbus dominates #ParisAirShow2025 with blockbuster orders from Riyadh Air, AviLease & VietJet, while Boeing plays catch-up. ANA unveils next-gen Business Class. #Aviation #Airbus #Boeing #AvGeek https://washingtonhorizon.com/airbus-orders-and-boeing-sleeps-at-paris-air-show/

One thought for Ms. Loomer: that you modified the war it is not with "full scale" is a hedge. It shows the slope is slippery. That construction reveals skepticism. skepticism.

Elon Musk’s #DOGE mission to “streamline” the US government fell short. The New Yorker goes deep on why. #ElonMusk #FederalBureaucracy https://washingtonhorizon.com/new-yorker-goes-deep-on-musks-doge-days/

Lockheed says its delayed F-35 TR-3 upgrade is finally ready, but the Pentagon has yet to give the final nod. Full delivery is key to next-gen capabilities. #F35 #ParisAirShow https://washingtonhorizon.com/lockheed-martin-declares-f-35-tr-3-upgrade-ready-awaits-pentagon-green-light/

The NTIA revamped its $42.5B BEAD program, scrapping fiber preference and allowing all tech (100/20 Mbps) to qualify. States must reapply, causing uncertainty & delays. New rules also ease workforce & pricing mandates, potentially favoring wireless/LEO providers. #BroadbandDelays #BEADProgram https://washingtonhorizon.com/ntia-rewrites-bead-rules-the-broadband-groundhog-day-no-one-asked-for/

#GAO upholds GSA’s award for #Space Force staff support, reaffirming agency discretion in cost realism and technical scoring under IDIQ competitive procedures. Tech evals can change on reevaluation. https://washingtonhorizon.com/btas-inc-b-422624-2-b-422624-6/

Israel’s Mossad smuggled explosive drones into Iran, crippling defenses from within and reshaping modern warfare. Intelligence meets innovation as tension surges. #DroneWarfare #MiddleEastCrisis https://washingtonhorizon.com/journal-on-how-mossad-used-smuggled-drones-to-weaken-irans-defenses-from-within/

President Trump’s military games are a spectacle that raises questions about governance and spectacle. Will it redefine how we view leadership? Politics #MilitaryGames https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/06/23/president-trumps-military-games

NYMag goes long on #SecDef Pete Hegseth’s #Pentagon reeling from leaks, security breaches, and chaos under Trump to ask, is America’s defense leadership unraveling? https://washingtonhorizon.com/new-york-mag-on-the-pentagon-in-chaos-scrutiny-after-leaks-infighting-and-security-lapses/

#FAR Council rolls back small business rules, Paris #Air Show goes heavily defense, & an Air India #tragedy is under investigation https://washingtonhorizon.com/horizon-cutting-room-links-monday-16-june-2025/

Revolve Solutions lost a #GAO protest against the #Army after its proposal for communications services was deemed too vague—proving that technical compliance still matters most in #LPTA competitions. https://washingtonhorizon.com/revolve-solutions-llc-b-423450/