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FORT BRAGG, N.C. – Since assuming the Army’s top civilian role, Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll has made one message abundantly clear: the Army must innovate faster, transform deeper, and fundamentally accelerate the pace of acquisition if it intends to win the wars of tomorrow. During an address at the Association of the United States Army’s annual conference in October, Driscoll underscored the urgency behind his vision. “Nobody can predict the next war,” he said, “but we cannot wait to innovate until Americans are dying on the battlefield. We must act now to enable our Soldiers.” XVIII Airborne Corps…

Arktis, the legendary British tactical gear brand, today announces the release of the Vulcan Jacket V2 in PenCott® GreenZone™, now available worldwide via the Arktis online store and authorized dealers. Building on the acclaimed Vulcan platform, the Vulcan Jacket V2 delivers enhanced performance for operators and outdoor professionals who demand exceptional warmth, comfort, and concealment in challenging environments. Designed as a lightweight, packable insulating mid-layer, the V2’s refinements are the result of extensive user feedback and field testing. Advanced Thermal Performance — Zero BulkFeaturing premium PrimaLoft® Gold insulation, the Vulcan Jacket V2 balances thermal efficiency with breathability even when wet.…

The Department of Commerce on Thursday released its latest monthly trade report, showing that the U.S. trade deficit narrowed sharply in October as exports rose and imports declined.  Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The deficit fell to $29.4 billion, the lowest level since mid-2009, following the Trump administration’s implementation of a sweeping tariff regime in early April 2025. The October narrowing was also influenced by the large movement of gold, which economists said is unlikely to be sustained. Pharmaceuticals were another factor, with October witnessing a $14.3 billion drop in imported medications. On a year-to-date…

BARNEVELD, Wis. – Born from the standards of elite military units, the AMG®1-10×24 delivers high-power magnification and optical clarity to compact, short-barreled carbines — leaving rail space for thermal attachments, lasers, offset red dots, and backup irons. British SAS, Royal Marines, and U.S. SOCOM units set the baseline for zero retention, optical performance, and extended operational durability. Over years of testing, Vortex® engineers pushed the AMG® 1-10×24 against those standards until it exceeded every requirement. The result is the most advanced optical and mechanical system Vortex® has engineered in an LPVO. “The project started when the UK Ministry of Defense…

The Senate on Thursday narrowly advanced out of committee a war powers resolution that would bar President Donald Trump from using U.S. armed forces in or against Venezuela without authorization from Congress, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke of the administration’s military actions.  The procedural vote passed 52–47, with five Republican senators—Rand Paul (R-KY), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Todd Young (R-IN), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Josh Hawley (R-MO)—joining a united Democrat Senate contingent to move the measure forward for a vote on the Senate floor. The resolution, spearheaded by Tim Kaine (D-VA) and co-sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Adam Schiff…

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he will seek a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, a roughly $500 billion increase over current Pentagon funding, signaling a desire to aggressively expand U.S. military spending. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the request would fund his “Dream Military,” though he offered few specifics. The proposed increase could help pay for costly initiatives such as the “Golden Dome” missile defense system and a new battleship design, programs that cannot be fully supported under existing budgets. Trump suggested tariff revenues would offset the cost, although the current revenue from tariffs would still…

SOFWERX – FOSOV: Vehicle Telematics and Sensor Technologies Assessment Event SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM SOF Acquisition Technology and Logistics Program Executive Office SOF Warrior (AT&L PEO-SW), will host a series of events to facilitate product development and/or acquire existing commercial vehicle solutions. The Non-Standard Commercial Vehicles (NSCV) program seeks novel solutions to mitigate the freedom of movement risks associated with modern vehicle telematics systems that contain advanced sensors, GPS, communication systems, and unique data signatures. As vehicles become increasingly connected, equipped with advanced sensors, GPS systems, and communication modules, they generate vast amounts of data and emit unique signatures.…

In order to ensure the security and continuing stability of M4Carbine.net, Sons of Liberty Gunworks (SOLGW) has chosen the TASKER Network to acquire the website and carry forward the forum’s legacy. The move unites two of the firearms community’s oldest and most respected online platforms— M4Carbine.net and Lightfighter.net— under one formidable banner, solidifying the TASKER Network’s role as the central hub for expert-driven discussions on firearms, tactics, training, gear, and all related topics otherwise. The transfer of assets occurred on November 21st, 2025; since then, the TASKER Network has been implementing much-needed housekeeping updates, including software, security, and server upgrades.…

Franklin Armory Introduces World’s First Total Round Control Bolt Action in New Prevail Line of Rifles Minden, Nev. – January 7, 2026 – Franklin Armory®, one of America’s leading manufacturers of innovative firearms and accessories, will unveil the world’s first Total Round Control™ bolt action at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas. Franklin Armory engineered the patent-pending Total Round Control (TRC) system to usher in a new era of bolt action performance as the centerpiece of its Prevail™ line of long-range precision hunting rifles. Franklin Armory’s TRC action is designed to control each round through the entire feeding-chambering-firing-extraction-ejection cycle so…