Tag: Science and Research
Trump Administration Eliminates More Than 200 Federal Programs in First Nine Months
The Trump administration made changes to federal programs, offices, and initiatives between January and September 2025. The changes…
National Security vs. Scientific Exploration: The National Space Council’s Balancing Act
Outer space has transformed from a frontier of pure exploration into a critical domain for American prosperity and…
Is the National Space Council Part of NASA? The Key Differences Explained
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the National Space Council sound like they might be related organizations,…
How National Security Presidential Memoranda Work
A National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM) is a formal, written directive issued by the President to manage and…
Should the Department of Defense Become the Department of War Again?
Former President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have proposed renaming the Department of Defense back to…
Can DNA Testing Companies Sell Your Genetic Data?
Americans have mailed over 26 million saliva samples to private companies, paying $79 to $249 each to learn…
How the Government Champions International Standards for U.S. Economic Power
From the smartphone in your pocket to the safety features in your car and the quality of the…
The 12 U.S. Department of Commerce Bureaus – and What They Do
The U.S. Department of Commerce operates as America's "business department," though its reach extends far beyond what most…
How the Government Supports American Manufacturing
American manufacturing is experiencing a government-fueled renaissance. After decades of watching production move overseas, Washington has launched the…
America’s Hidden Spectrum War
Your smartphone, GPS navigation, and weather forecast all depend on invisible radio waves. Behind the scenes, a quiet…
A Guide to U.S. Export Control Regulations
The United States export control system is a complex web of federal laws and regulations that govern how…
How NIST Builds Rules: An Inside Look at Standards Development
Every time you use GPS navigation, make an online purchase, or trust that a skyscraper won't collapse in…