Defense & National Security

Safety Zone Established in San Pedro Channel and Bay, CA

The Coast Guard has established a temporary safety zone in the San Pedro Channel and San Pedro Bay, California, effective March 17, 2026, through April 30, 2026. This rule aims to ensure the safety of the public and mariners during a specific event or period.

DHS Arrests Afghan National with Prior Indecent Exposure Conviction

DHS announced the arrest of an Afghan national, Basir Ahmad Safi, who was paroled into the U.S. under Operation Allies Welcome and later convicted of indecent exposure to a minor. Safi faces multiple charges including lewd or lascivious exhibition and child abuse.

DHS: Criminal Illegal Alien Weaponized Vehicle Against ICE in Vermont

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a press release regarding a criminal illegal alien who weaponized a vehicle against ICE law enforcement officers in Vermont. The individual, Deyvi Daniel Corona-Sanchez, remains at-large. DHS noted a disturbing trend of vehicle attacks against law enforcement.

ICE Requests Virginia Politicians Not Release Pedophile

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has requested that Virginia politicians not release Angel David Rubio Marin, an individual charged with soliciting sexual content from children, back into neighborhoods. ICE lodged an arrest detainer due to Rubio Marin's alleged criminal activity and illegal immigration status.

ICE Arrests of Criminal Illegal Aliens

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the arrest of numerous criminal illegal aliens over a recent weekend. These individuals had convictions for serious offenses including murder, rape, and child abuse. The agency highlighted increased assaults and threats against its officers.

DHS Urges Sanctuary Politicians Not to Release Alien Charged with Assault

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a press release urging Fairfax County, Virginia politicians not to release an undocumented immigrant charged with multiple counts of assault and battery. The individual, who allegedly groped high school students, was previously released into the country under current administration policies.

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement Technical Amendments

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has published technical amendments to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). These amendments update various sections of the DFARS to ensure consistency and accuracy in procurement regulations.

DFARS Proposed Rule on Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has issued a proposed rule regarding the review of DFARS solicitation provisions and contract clauses by the DoD Regulatory Reform Task Force. This action is part of a broader regulatory reform initiative within the Department of Defense.

DFARS: Independent Research and Development Expenses

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has issued a proposed rule concerning Independent Research and Development (IR&D) expenses under the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). This proposed rule aims to update regulations related to how IR&D costs are treated in defense contracts.

DFARS Rule: Estonia Added as Qualifying Country

The Department of Defense has issued a final rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to add Estonia as a qualifying country. This change impacts acquisition regulations related to procurements from this country.