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A new report from the Center for American Progress and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund shows that historically Black colleges and universities receive a disproportionately low percentage of federal research and development funding. While HBCUs make up roughly 3 percent of all four-year higher ed institutions, they've received less than 3 percent of R&D funding since at least 2010, according to the report. In recent years, between 2018 and 2023, they were awarded less than 1 percent of R&D expenditures.

The Department of Defense has discovered that the National Guard Systems have been hacked by Salt Typhoon. A representative from China's embassy claims the U.S. has not proven China's involvement.

Nearly two-thirds (63%) of U.S. military families call military bases their home, allowing them access to vital amenities and support services.

The Department of Defense is advancing efforts to streamline software certification through its new Software Fast-Track process (SWIFT), aiming to accelerate adoption while ensuring security.