Category: Government Contracts and Procurement

Sick Detainees Describe Poor Care at CoreCivic ICE Facilities

The New York Times – Business:
Problems at detention centers operated by CoreCivic extend far beyond recent measles outbreaks.
Trump’s Lawsuit Against I.R.S. Creates ‘Enormous Conflict of Interest’

The president is demanding that the federal government pay him at least $10 billion over the unauthorized disclosure of his tax returns during his first term.
Trump Administration Takes Another Stake in Rare Earth Sector

The administration announced a $1.6 billion deal with USA Rare Earth. The firm also does business with Cantor Fitzgerald, which is run by the sons of President Trump’s commerce secretary.
Orsted Moves to Save Its U.S, Wind Farm Projects

Orsted’s C.E.O. says it plans to move quickly to complete a $6.2 billion wind farm off Rhode Island after a judge struck down President Trump’s bid to halt it.
Supreme Court Grapples With Louisiana Coastal Lawsuits Against Oil Companies

The justices heard arguments over whether oil companies sued by Louisiana could move the cases from state to federal court, a venue thought to be friendlier to corporate interests.
Trump Seeks New Powers to Pressure ‘Underperforming’ Weapons Makers

In an executive order, President Trump is aiming to punish defense contractors that don’t deliver weapons quickly enough.
What Went Wrong Before Hong Kong’s Inferno

Records show how government departments played down residents’ warnings about corrupt practices and substandard materials that fueled the deadly blaze.
Nepal Charges Chinese Construction Firm for Corruption Over Airport

Nepal’s anti-graft watchdog said the state-owned Chinese firm and Nepali officials colluded to inflate the costs of an international airport in Pokhara.
Trump Administration Is Taking Billions in Stakes in Firms Like Intel

The Trump administration is trading billions of dollars of taxpayer money for ownership stakes in companies. The unusual practice shows no sign of slowing.
Senate Democrats Investigate Kennedy Center Deals With Trump Allies

Under Richard Grenell, the performing arts center has given steep discounts to CPAC and FIFA, signed contracts with administration associates and spent lavishly on friends.
Donald Trump Jr. Pitches ‘Patriotic Capitalism’ at Saudi Summit

His firm, 1789 Capital, has been investing in artificial intelligence and defense technology — and, he said, it has an “understanding” of President Trump’s plans.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Most Likely Doesn’t Pay Taxes

Elon Musk’s rocket company relies on federal contracts, but years of losses have most likely let it avoid paying federal income taxes, according to internal company documents.