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4 things to know about Josh Shapiro and the veepstakes

The political world is already speculating about a Kamala Harris-Josh Shapiro presidential ticket.

  • Justin Sweitzer

Pentagon’s new cyber rules are ‘stifling’ foreign suppliers, advisors say

The soon-to-be-mandatory cybersecurity certification—and a 2018 OSD reorganization—are slowing vital work, the Defense Innovation Board says.

  • Lauren C. Williams

First Read – July 22, 2024

PA pols react to Biden’s stunning departure… Shapiro in the mix as possible VP nominee… Lawmakers look to revitalize rural populations … and more

  • City & State

Who are your rising stars?

We're looking to spotlight early-career leaders across the government technology space. Nominations are due by August 14.

  • Adam Mazmanian

WT 360: NextGov/FCW's Edward Graham on generative AI across Defense, Homeland Security

Edward Graham, our NextGov/FCW colleague who covers national security technology and policies, jumps in to update us on where the Defense and Homeland Security departments are at with generative artificial intelligence.

  • Ross Wilkers and Edward Graham

Are comptrollers running for NYC mayor doomed?

Brad Lander and Scott Stringer are both likely to challenge Mayor Eric Adams. History doesn’t bode well for them.

  • Annie McDonough

For Janno Lieber, congestion pricing isn’t dead

The self-described “patron saint of challenging projects” is trying to keep the MTA from moving backward – without straying from his boss.

  • Annie McDonough

NY swing district Democrats breathe a sigh of relief

Joe Biden’s withdrawal was welcome news for members of his party in competitive districts.

  • Austin C. Jefferson

Opinion: With Biden out, Kamala Harris can make history with her own VP pick

By picking a woman as her running mate, the current vice president and potential Democratic presidential nominee should pick Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for a truly ceiling-shattering ticket.

  • Tom Allon

Kathy Hochul stuck with Biden until the very end

The New York governor refused to entertain the idea that Biden should step aside. Now that he has, she says she’s “proud to stand beside” Kamala Harris.

  • Rebecca C. Lewis
Breaking News

Pennsylvania politicians react to President Biden campaign exit

The decision by the president shakes the battleground state’s political landscape and denizens.

  • Greg Salisbury

New York politicians react to Biden dropping out

Democrats thank the president, while Republicans question his ability to continue doing the job.

  • Sahalie Donaldson, Annie McDonough, Rebecca C. Lewis and Eric Holmberg
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Opinion: The Democrats should now double down on women

A Kamala Harris-Gretchen Whitmer ticket would highlight Democrats’ commitment to women’s rights.

  • Tom Allon
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Biden ends his 2024 presidential reelection bid, endorses Kamala Harris

After weeks of pressure from the Democratic party and others, President Joe Biden has decided to stop pursuing a second term and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, who said on Sunday that she would "earn and win" the nomination.

  • Sean Michael Newhouse

More bad news for Boeing defense on the horizon

The company is still “fighting through challenges” building new Air Force One planes, defense chief says.

  • Audrey Decker

Ukraine’s cheap sensors are helping troops fight off waves of Russian drones

Sub-$500 rig helps save expensive air-defense missiles for bigger threats.

  • Audrey Decker

Commentary: When a nonprofit should – or shouldn’t grow

What can be learned from the failed expansion of Benefits Data Trust and how New York organizations are looking to make an impact without taking on the same risks.

  • John MacIntosh

Lockheed won’t get paid in full yet for upgraded F-35s, even as deliveries resume

The jets are being shipped with incomplete software, so the Pentagon is withholding part of its payment.

  • Audrey Decker

Air Force brought in hard-nosed negotiator to close E-7 deal with Boeing

The service was struggling to reach an agreement for its new radar plane.

  • Audrey Decker

Stigma is hindering treatment of opioid addictions. States can change that.

The health care workforce is key to treating patients' opioid use disorders, but experts say stigma toward drug use and treatment among medical professionals remains a barrier to treatment access and positive outcomes.

  • Kaitlyn Levinson

Georgia’s Medicaid work requirements have brought high costs, low enrollment

The state’s experience so far stands in stark contrast with that of North Carolina, where half a million people have signed up for Medicaid coverage in the first seven months of its expansion.

  • Daniel C. Vock