ITASCA, IL – July 24th, 2026 – Darley, a leading provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of General (Ret) Joseph L. Votel to its Board of Directors. General Votel brings a distinguished record of military leadership, strategic expertise, and a lifelong commitment to serving the nation’s warfighters. General Joseph L. Votel is a retired U.S. Army Four-Star officer and former Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), where he was responsible for U.S. and coalition military operations in the Middle East, the Levant, and Central and South Asia. During his 39 years in the military, he commanded special operations and conventional military forces at every level. His career included combat operations in Panama, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Notably, he led a 79-member coalition that successfully liberated Iraq and Syria from the Islamic State Caliphate. Prior to his assignment at CENTCOM, he served as Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) and Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Following his retirement from military service, General Votel served as President and CEO of Business Executives for National Security (BENS). He currently serves on multiple corporate and nonprofit boards and advisory organizations, including AeroVironment, Minnesota Wire, DC Capital…
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MoreGlock Pistol Multitool The Glock Pistol Multitool makes a great companion for your range bag. It offers the following capabilities; Folding Tools: 3 x steel tools, folding on a central pivot: 3/32” Pin Punch: Primary tool for disassembling firearm frame, particularly for pushing pins and prying open striker assembly. Cleaning…
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Sneak Peek – Breacher Quiver from Bushido Tactical During last week’s SWAT Roundup in Orlando Bushido Tactical offered visitors a look at a prototype breaching tool quiver they had just created. Designed as a backboard with integrated sleeves for two tools such as the hammer and halligan seen here (and…
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MoreFY 27-31 Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies Cycle Now Open The Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program has proven its ability to bypass bureaucratic delays and deliver capabilities directly to the warfighter. By transitioning over 100 critical technologies to date, APFIT ensures the…
The Trump administration imposed new tariffs of between 10 and 12.5 percent on goods from a slew of countries Friday in an attempt to preserve the president’s tariff regime after the Supreme Court struck down his Liberation Day tariffs. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The…
On a reconnaissance patrol, breaking down the load to reconfigure kit isn’t an option. The FirstSpear IMBREX™ OFFSET RECONNAISSANCE CHEST RIG is a purpose-built, split-front chest rig engineered specifically for the SOF reconnaissance and patrol operator managing simultaneous movement, communications, and weapon employment without stopping to reconfigure kit. It opens…
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MoreBrent crude oil prices surged past $100 per barrel for the first time since May after the 12th consecutive night of American strikes on Iran, which retaliated with strikes against Jordan and Kuwait. Brent crude rose 7.4 percent to $101.01 a barrel Thursday. AAA reported the national average price of…
The proliferation of drones in land warfare has brought maneuver to a stalemate, extracting a significant toll in terms of both man and machine. Attack helicopters and their crews, long the lifeblood of maneuver warfare, are increasingly held at risk by a combination of loitering munitions, cheap air defenses, and…
Combat Power Solutions – Primary, Alternate, Contingency and Emergency Power Generation Device At every trade show I visit I run across a product that I take one look at and get it. During SOF Week it was the Primary, Alternate, Contingency and Emergency Power Generation Device from Combat Power Solutions.…
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FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. — As the battlefield continually shifts toward unmanned aircraft systems, Fort Indiantown Gap is expanding its UAS and counter-UAS training opportunities. Several ranges at the installation have been altered in recent months to allow for UAS and counter-UAS training so service members are prepared when they…
Allen Control Systems Selected for US Marine Corps Ground Based Air Defense Program Bullfrog Autonomous Weapon Station to Be Integrated Into Marine Corps Formations for Counter-Drone MissionsAUSTIN, Texas—Allen Control Systems (ACS) today announced that the U.S. Marine Corps has selected its Bullfrog™ autonomous weapon system under the service’s Ground Based…
The Wall Street Journal, citing White House sources, reported Tuesday that the Trump administration has approved a deal to grant Saudi Arabia a civilian nuclear program. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Under the agreement, Saudi Arabia would receive nuclear power reactors and potentially a facility…
The Trump administration said Monday that it will impose an additional 50 percent tariff on about $20 billion in Canadian goods, escalating a trade dispute that has simmered between the neighboring countries since the beginning of the president’s term. The new rate, scheduled to take effect next month, will mainly…
Successful Completion of Ex RHINO BIZZ Builds on Historic UK Live-Fire Milestone with 2 PARA, Validates the British Army’s First Long-Range Autonomous Strike Missions with Live Kinetic Payloads TAMPA, Fla. and SWINDON, U.K., July 16, 2026 — JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB) announced today that XTEND, a leader in software…
President Donald Trump on Wednesday again threatened to bomb Iran’s civilian infrastructure after the 11th consecutive night of American strikes on the Islamic Republic. In a Truth Social post Wednesday morning, Trump wrote that “any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz,”…
TacJobs – Lumenier Has Multiple Positions Lumenier is expanding — and we’re hiring! Our new headquarters marks the next chapter in our growth as we continue developing advanced FPV and unmanned aerial systems. We’re looking for talented people to join our team in Palmetto, FL: Technical Support Representative – Commercial…
Beez Combat Systems – Predator Ghillie Leg Chaps Today’s battlefield demands adaptable equipment. Operators may transition from open terrain to dense woodland, urban environments or mixed vegetation during a single mission. The Predator Ghillie™ product line was designed around scalable signature management allowing users to customize their level of concealment…
