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Optum's Federal Arm Wins $1.6B Military Care Contract to Support Readiness

Optum's Federal Arm Wins $1.6B Military Care Contract to Support Readiness

Optum's Federal Arm Wins $1.6B Military Care Contract to Support Readiness
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Optum's Federal Arm Secures $1.6 Billion Military Care Contract

Optum's Federal Arm Secures $1.6 Billion Military Care Contract

OptumServe Health Services, the federal-facing subsidiary of Optum, has won a $1.6 billion contract from the Defense Health Agency (DHA) to provide health services under the Remote Health Reserve Program-4th Generation Support Services. This contract, which spans up to 10 years, aims to support military readiness by ensuring that active duty, reserve, and National Guard personnel meet medical, dental, and physical health standards. The scope of work includes health assessments, vaccines, lab services, and physical exams. This contract is a recompete of a previous contract held by Leidos' QTC Medical Services subsidiary.
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Trump's budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending

Trump's budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending

President Donald Trump’s budget director is telling Congress that it'll take a massive upfront investment to ramp up U.S. weapons production and build more ships, planes and drones
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Trump Administration Engages Ford and GM in Military Manufacturing Expansion

Trump Administration Engages Ford and GM in Military Manufacturing Expansion

Trump Administration Engages Ford and GM in Military Manufacturing Expansion
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Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied

Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied

Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied
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STEMup and ScienceWerx Forge Partnership to Enhance Defense-Aligned Workforce Development

STEMup and ScienceWerx Forge Partnership to Enhance Defense-Aligned Workforce Development

STEMup and ScienceWerx Forge Partnership to Enhance Defense-Aligned Workforce Development
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Amentum Wins INDOPACOM Supply Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied

Amentum Wins INDOPACOM Supply Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied

Amentum Wins INDOPACOM Supply Contract After Protest by Incumbent Denied
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Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Supply Contract After SupplyCore's Protest Denied

Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Supply Contract After SupplyCore's Protest Denied

Amentum Secures INDOPACOM Supply Contract After SupplyCore's Protest Denied
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L3Harris announces $1.27 billion expansion project at Virginia site

L3Harris announces $1.27 billion expansion project at Virginia site

April 15 (Reuters) - L3Harris Technologies and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger said on Wednesday the defense supplier will invest $1.27 billion to further the solid rocket motor production capacity at its Orange County site.
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U.S. Forces to Participate in Large-Scale Combat Drills in the Philippines

U.S. Forces to Participate in Large-Scale Combat Drills in the Philippines

The United States is set to participate in one of the largest annual combat exercises in the Philippines, known as the Balikatan, from April 20 to May 8, 2026. Over 17,000 American and Filipino military personnel will engage in these drills, which underscore the U.S.'s commitment to Asia despite its focus on the Middle East. The exercises will include forces from Japan, France, and Canada, and will feature a missile-firing exercise in the South China Sea. The drills aim to enhance regional security and demonstrate the U.S.'s dedication to its alliances in Asia.
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US Senator Warren voices concern over Nvidia's acquisition of Slurm

US Senator Warren voices concern over Nvidia's acquisition of Slurm

By Max A. Cherney SAN FRANCISCO, April 15 (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to the U.S. secretaries of the Department of Energy and Department of Defense on Tuesday, questioning them about Nvidia's acquisition of SchedMD, which makes Slurm software.
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Australia Assembles First GMLRS Artillery Rocket, Enhancing Defense Capabilities

Australia Assembles First GMLRS Artillery Rocket, Enhancing Defense Capabilities

Australia has successfully test-fired its first locally assembled Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) at the Woomera Test Range in South Australia. This marks a significant step towards producing long-range strike weapons domestically. The test involved firing the rocket from an M142 HIMARS launcher, part of Australia's broader initiative to develop a sovereign guided-weapons capability. The country has ordered 42 HIMARS launchers and plans to increase local production of components. This development is part of Australia's Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise, aiming to enhance national self-reliance in defense manufacturing.