Lisbeth Perez MeriTalk Lisbeth Perez is a MeriTalk Senior Technology Reporter covering the intersection of government and technology.
Senate Intelligence Committee Advances Clayton’s Nomination for DNI Jul 24, 2026 | 3:37 pm The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence voted 9-8 to favorably report Walter “Jay” Clayton’s nomination, advancing it to the full Senate. […]
GAO: Most TMF Projects Have Yet to Deliver Expected Cost Savings Jul 24, 2026 | 3:30 pm A GAO report found that while only a fraction of TMF’s projected savings have been realized, most anticipated cost reductions are expected in fiscal year 2027 or later. […]
Pentagon Awards Oracle Nearly $7B Enterprise Software Agreement Jul 24, 2026 | 1:22 pm The Enterprise Software Agreement consolidates Oracle licensing across the DOD under a single contract and is projected to save at least $441 million over its lifecycle. […]
House Passes FY 2027 Defense Policy Bill, Sends NDAA to Senate Jul 23, 2026 | 2:31 pm The House approved its fiscal year 2027 NDAA on Wednesday, sending the annual defense policy bill to the Senate, where lawmakers remain stalled on their own version. […]
OSTP Director Defends Plan to Overhaul Federal Research Funding Jul 23, 2026 | 2:27 pm OSTP Director Michael Kratsios defended the Trump administration’s plan to reshape federal research funding, while Democrats warned the changes could weaken the nation’s research ecosystem. […]
Federal Agencies Commit More Than $5B for Genesis Mission Jul 22, 2026 | 3:48 pm White House OSTP Director Michael Kratsios says more than 15 federal agencies will use the initiative to accelerate AI-driven scientific research across health care, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and national security. […]
AARO Expands Analytic Capabilities to Improve UAP Case Resolution Jul 22, 2026 | 3:39 pm The AARO says new modeling tools and sensor initiatives helped resolve hundreds of reports, including 238 attributed to satellite flaring, during FY 2025. […]
NDAA FY 2027 Negotiations Delayed Due to Continued Disputes Jul 21, 2026 | 3:00 pm Procedural fights in both chambers have prevented lawmakers from advancing their respective FY 2027 defense authorization bills, delaying negotiations on one of Congress’ most significant annual measures. […]
Navy Strategy Outlines Roadmap to Weaponize Data, AI Jul 21, 2026 | 2:33 pm The Navy’s strategy establishes a framework for turning data into operational effects and aims to accelerate AI adoption across the service. […]
Army Recruiters Get Help From AI-Powered Chatbot Jul 20, 2026 | 3:36 pm Staff Sgt. Star now serves about 12,000 authorized users and could support up to 28,000 as early as November as the Army adds capabilities. […]