According to the IRS, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion has increased in recent years as part of its annual inflation adjustments. The exclusion was $120,000 for 2023, $126,500 for 2024, $130,000 for 2025, and rises to $132,900 for 2026. For contractors working outside the United States, that means a larger portion of qualifying overseas income […]
Private military contractors remain a critical part of U.S. defense operations worldwide, supporting missions across combat zones, base operations, and strategic locations. In recent years, the Department of Defense has continued to rely heavily on contractors, with spending consistently reaching hundreds of billions annually, often accounting for a significant portion of total defense expenditures.
FORCE FOR HIRE — From Grunt to Blackwater, we’re shifting our focus from the broad politics of private military contracting to get a boots-on-the-ground perspective. Joining us is Adam Gonzales, a man who has experienced life as both a traditional soldier and a high-stakes private operator.
ANTARCTICA — The official U.S. Antarctic Program jobs page shows USAP support work through the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC), including transportation, logistics, IT, field ops, and technical roles, with Leidos as the prime contractor handling staffing for the busy austral summer season (~October–February).
A NAVFAC Washington construction‑community forum on April 22 brought together program leads and industry reps to highlight near‑term priorities and the offices likely to issue regional task orders (think design, pavements, force‑protection, MEP, civil works). It’s a strong early indicator of where upcoming solicitations will land.