Biden’s supercharged federal contracting pipeline targeted for freeze after bribery bust, undercover sting

Fox NewsMonday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00:10 PM
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Biden’s supercharged federal contracting pipeline targeted for freeze after bribery bust, undercover sting
  • Senator Joni Ernst has called for a pause in funding for the 8(a) program following a significant increase in federal contracting goals by the Biden administration, which has coincided with emerging fraud cases involving millions of taxpayer dollars.
  • This development raises concerns about the integrity and oversight of federal contracting processes, potentially impacting the administration's credibility and the future of the 8(a) program designed to assist small businesses.
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