Tag: defense budgeting
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Golden Dome Missile Defense Program Faces Funding Crisis
The Golden Dome missile defense program is on shaky ground, with its leader, Gen. Michael Guetlein, issuing a stark warning that its survival hinges on Congress resolving a funding crisis sparked by a White House budgeting decision. If funding isn't secured, the program could be at risk of disappearing altogether.
Senate Confirms Key Pentagon, Space Force, and NRO Leaders
The Senate has finally confirmed key leaders for the Pentagon, Space Force, and National Reconnaissance Office, including Jules "Jay" Hurst as Pentagon comptroller, ending an 18-month wait and setting the stage for critical budget decisions. With a narrow 51-47 vote, Hurst and 74 other nominees, including Erich Hernandez-Baquero and Roger Mason, are now cleared to take on their new roles.
US Space Command Foregoes FY27 Funding Wish List
US Space Command is taking a strategic approach to its funding priorities, opting out of submitting an Unfunded Priority List for FY27 since its top needs are already covered in the President's Budget request. This decision follows extensive collaboration with the Department of Defense and the services to secure a generational investment in space capabilities.
US Navy Accelerates Trump-Class Battleship Construction With $46 Billion Investment
The US Navy is fast-tracking the construction of the Trump-class battleship with a whopping $46 billion investment, and is already in talks with two vendors to bring the ambitious project to life. The first ship is slated to begin construction as early as fiscal 2028, with a second hull planned for 2030.