
Since the Budget Control Act (BCA) of 2011 was enacted, the defense world has become accustomed to fiscal uncertainty in the form of sequestration, continuing resolutions and government shutdown. However, the upcoming resignation of House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) announced Friday could throw an even bigger wrench into the equation.Over the past few weeks, rumors have swirled that conservative Republicans —namely the 42 members of the Freedom Caucus headed by Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio)—could move to oust Boehner should the…