Defense
General Dynamics Hires Keast for Defense Lobbying
General Dynamics Corp. added Keast Strategic Solutions LLC to its federal lobbying operation in early September. John Keast, the firm's founder and...
Elections Agency Lacks Commissioners and Can't Function
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) faces an institutional crisis that threatens its ability to function at a critical moment for election security.
Sevita Ends Five-Year Relationship With McDermottPlus
The home and community-based services provider has terminated its contract with the Washington firm after five years of representation.
Veterans Committee Assigns Goodlander to Subcommittees
The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs will formally vote on a resolution assigning Rep. Maggie Goodlander to specific subcommittees. Navy Reserve and...
Michael Best Strategies Adds ST Management Group as Lobbying Client
ST Management Group has hired Michael Best Strategies LLC to represent its interests in Washington, registering as a new client in August 2026. The...
Dane Manufacturing Hires Michael Best Strategies
Dane Manufacturing registered with Michael Best Strategies LLC as its lobbying firm.
Unity Wellness Hires Ballard Partners for Lobbying
Unity Wellness LLC, operating under the names Muscular Therapy LLC and Summit Wellness of Texas LLC, has engaged Ballard Partners LLC. The August 21, 2026...
Sebastian Losacker-Arenas Joins House Committee as Staff Assistant
Sebastian R. Losacker-Arenas has joined the House Science, Space and Technology Committee as a Staff Assistant, effective August 1, 2026. Losacker-Arenas...
Federal Probationary Workers Leaving Jobs at Higher Rates
A recent GAO report has uncovered a striking shift in the federal workforce: probationary employees are leaving government jobs at rates significantly...
James Johnson Named Chief of Staff to Rep. Analilia Mejia
James Johnson has taken on the role of Chief of Staff for Rep. Analilia Mejia, the Democrat representing New Jersey's 11th congressional district. The...
Will Irwin Joins Sen. Blackburn's Office as Legislative Assistant
Will Irwin has taken on a position as a Legislative Assistant in the office of Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), where he handles a diverse portfolio of policy...
Chloe Engar Promoted to Deputy Scheduler in Sen. Cornyn's Office
Chloe Engar has taken on a new position as Deputy Scheduler for Sen. John Cornyn, beginning July 1, 2026. Engar previously served as Constituent Services...
Bethany Holden Joins Senate Commerce Committee as Press Secretary
Bethany Holden works as Press Secretary for the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.
Jack Whittenburg Promoted to Operations Coordinator For Aderholt
Jack Whittenburg has been promoted to Operations Coordinator in the personal office of Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL-4), effective July 1, 2026. The position...
Owen Wing Joins House as Legislative Correspondent
Owen P. Wing has transitioned to a new position as a Legislative Correspondent for the U.S. House of Representatives, beginning in June 2026. The role is...
Jordan Sorenson Promoted to Chief of Staff for Rep. Clay Higgins
Jordan Sorenson has been promoted to Chief of Staff for Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA-3), effective August 1, 2026. Sorenson has served in multiple roles in Rep....
Trump Mocks Vindman After Loss in Florida Senate Race
Former President Donald Trump posted a message mocking Alexander Vindman's loss in the Florida Senate race, celebrating the victory of a Democratic...
Daniella Sanchez Moves Into Policy Adviser Role on Capitol Hill
Daniella Sanchez's current position is Policy Adviser/Advocacy Adviser.