Interest in geothermal energy has heated up during the last several years—particularly on federal lands. Why is there so much interest in geothermal now and how is the federal government handling this demand? Today’s WatchBlog post looks at our new…
If you’re one of the millions of Americans saving for retirement with a 401(k) or similar account, you assume (and hope) your financial and personal information are safe. But did you know that retirement plan service providers may share or sell your…
You may have noticed that mail is taking longer to deliver. In recent years, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has added 1 to 2 days to some of its expected delivery times. It’s also eliminated end-of-day collection at some post offices, which added…
More than a million veterans face food insecurity each year. While many are eligible for federal food assistance programs, they are less likely than others to participate. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at our new report on why, and the efforts to…
We’ve all spent time at home on chores like cooking, cleaning, and maybe some yard work. And some of us are caregivers, too. You may not realize this, but your household chores contribute to the U.S. economy. And knowing how they do is important…
Millions of international tourists visit the United States each year, contributing billions of dollars to the national economy. But tourism declined from 2024 to 2025 and still has not returned to pre-pandemic levels. Long wait times for tourism visa…
Washington, D.C. (October 15, 2026) – The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) today issued its new Strategic Plan for 2027 to 2032, which charts a course to meet the rapidly changing needs and priorities of Congress. The new plan outlines…
Some military service members’ brain health may be at risk due to blast exposures from weapons used in training or combat. Machine gunners, artillery and infantry troops, snipers, and others are frequently exposed to blasts in the course of their…
One of the most common sources of illegal gun trafficking is “straw purchases.” This is when a “straw man” or “straw buyer” purchases a firearm for someone who is prohibited from owning a gun. This form of trafficking helps dodge background checks…
The Air Force began flying the B-52 in the 1950s. Back then, these long-range, heavy bombers had a projected lifespan of 20 years. More than 70 years later, the Air Force says it still needs the B-52 and is spending billions to upgrade it. Today’s…
