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06/12/2026

The F-35 is DOD’s most costly weapon system. And DOD is spending billions more on a new strategy to improve its readiness by 2030.

Our new report looks at the status of this effort and issues that could affect its success. Learn more: https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-26-108113?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pa

06/11/2026

NEW BLOG POST—In April, the federal debt reached $31.3 trillion dollars—roughly equal to the size of the U.S. economy.

Today’s blog looks at our new report about what’s driving this debt, what it means for you, and what can be done about it: https://www.gao.gov/blog/federal-governments-debt-growing-faster-than-economy-what-means-for-you?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blogsm

06/10/2026

NEW PODCAST—The Air Force has the world’s largest fleet of aerial refueling tankers, which are vital for missions like rapid, long-distance air strikes. But many of these planes aren’t meeting the military’s needs.

Watch our full interview to find out why: https://youtu.be/9KMj0u8ixso?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=video

06/09/2026

The Department of Homeland Security is planning to spend at least $55 billion to buy ships, technology systems, and more.

Our new report looks at how staffing and oversight changes may affect these major purchases: https://www.gao.gov/products/GAO-26-108118?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=video

06/09/2026

NEW BLOG POST: As livestock are transported around the U.S., they may experience harsh conditions—like extreme temperatures—that can lead to injury or death.

Today’s WatchBlog post looks at the 150-year-old law governing animal welfare during transport: https://www.gao.gov/blog/150-year-old-law-governing-animal-transport-it-time-update?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blogsm

06/04/2026

NEW BLOG POST—The federal government made about $186 billion in improper payments last fiscal year. This included overpayments, eligibility errors, and more.

Today’s WatchBlog post looks at where improper payments occur most often and what agencies are doing to prevent them: https://www.gao.gov/blog/186-billion-was-lost-improper-payments-last-year-how-can-we-prevent-them-future?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blogsm

06/03/2026

NEW PODCAST—The federal government loses hundreds of billions of dollars each year to fraud and payment errors—also known as improper payments.

How does GAO help agencies prevent these losses? Watch our video interview with experts to find out: https://youtu.be/3z9Eu5xI1C0?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=video

06/02/2026

NEW BLOG POST—The monthly Jobs Report provides employment information that can help businesses, financial institutions, and the government make important decisions.

Today’s blog looks at how this report is made and what challenges this effort faces: https://www.gao.gov/blog/what-you-should-know-about-jobs-report?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blogsm

05/29/2026

NEW PODCAST—Drug cartels and criminals may use shell companies to hide their illegal dealings and launder money. Many countries require companies to disclose ownership information to prevent this.

Our podcast discusses recent changes to U.S. disclosure requirements that may allow some companies to keep their ownership private: https://www.gao.gov/podcast/what-recent-rule-change-means-corporate-transparency?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast

05/28/2026

NEW BLOG POST—Rising fuel prices are straining airlines worldwide. Just as electric cars offer relief at the pump for many drivers, could electric planes offer an air travel alternative?

Today’s WatchBlog post looks at efforts to develop electric and hybrid aircraft: https://www.gao.gov/blog/electric-aircraft-fuel-prices-increase-are-alternatives-ready-take-flight?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blogsm

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