Trump Sues the IRS and Treasury for $10 Billion Over Tax Return Leak – The USA Potato

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U.S. stocks closed higher on bargain hunting despite shutdown fears, while the dollar hit a four-month low, oil prices retreated, and natural gas surged on cold weather; Citi warned of volatility from rising rates, and Booz Allen shares plunged after a U.S. Treasury contract termination.

Booz Allen Shares Plunge 5% After US Treasury Terminates Contract Over Taxpayer Data Leak

Booz Allen Hamilton shares fell nearly 5% after the US Treasury terminated a $21 million contract, citing the firm's failure to protect confidential taxpayer data in a breach affecting over 400,000 individuals.

Booz Allen hired Snowden despite discrepancies in his résumé

Hiring screeners at Booz Allen Hamilton, a contractor for the National Security Agency, found possible discrepancies in a résumé submitted by Edward Snowden, but the company still employed him, a source with detailed knowledge of the matter said.

US Government Shutdown-Related Stocks Diverge—Concerns Mount if Stalemate Prolongs

US government shutdown triggers volatility in defense and government contractor stocks, with TD Cowen highlighting risks for Booz Allen Hamilton and SAIC if the impasse persists, while CACI, Leidos, and Parsons are seen as more resilient.