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When members of Congress need answers to complex, difficult questions, they come to GAO.

How do we get them these answers? Find out in our new blog post and podcast: https://ow.ly/bpMj50YclSF
February 12, 2026 at 3:31 PM
In all but 12 of the last 49 years, DOD has operated under a continuing resolution—or temporary funding used when a full year budget has not been approved.

Our new report looks at how this has affected DOD’s ability to carry out its national security mission: https://ow.ly/HSaV50YarqJ
February 9, 2026 at 3:02 PM
As street drugs in the U.S. evolve rapidly, quick detection and identification of new drugs could save lives.

In our new report, we look at factors making it difficult for public health officials and law enforcement to keep up with emerging street drugs: https://ow.ly/mn8Y50Y89YO
February 3, 2026 at 6:31 PM
We’re always looking for ways to save taxpayer money & improve federal programs. In fiscal year 2025, our work provided the government $62.7 billion in financial benefits.

Learn about our FY 2025 accomplishments in today’s WatchBlog post: https://ow.ly/bGpk50Y4T4Q
January 29, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Annoyed with airport traffic? Public transit may help. But people aren’t using it if they don’t know about it or see it as beneficial.

Check out our new report to learn how airports are promoting public transit use: https://ow.ly/pe4S50Y4mKW
January 28, 2026 at 7:02 PM