Pentagon Eager for ‘Costly’ Weapons as China Moves Ahead with Strong Control of Affordable Drone Technology
China is rapidly advancing in drone technology, leaving the US lagging behind, which experts warn could create serious problems for the US military on the battlefield. The Chinese firm Da Jiang Industries (DJI) dominates the global commercial drone market, holding 70% of it. Meanwhile, US drone manufacturers focused on defense are still reliant on Chinese […]
The process for acquiring resources at the Pentagon is flawed. Here’s the strategy to improve it.
The Pentagon’s procurement approach has provided the U.S. military with some of its most iconic equipment over the years. However, it seems to be ensnared in a web of outdated practices and excessive paperwork that could pose significant challenges in future conflicts, as highlighted by the Army’s leading technology officer. “We still have over 100,000 […]
Trump news summary: President suggests increasing Pentagon budget; army may organize parade for his birthday | Trump administration
The Trump administration is looking at cutting around $163 billion from areas like health and education, while planning to boost spending on defense, as outlined in the recent budget proposal from the White House. In stark contrast to the reductions in social programs, they intend to increase the Pentagon budget by 13%, surpassing $10 billion. […]
Ousted Pentagon adviser says Hegseth ‘consumed’ by leaks as Trump predicts he’ll ‘get it together’
The Pentagon top official, who was expelled with a dramatic purge earlier this month, criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegses for his obsession with disclosure to the media. “I think he consumed a bit of the team because he was very focused on Leaks.” Podcaster Megyn Kelly Hegzes’s in a lengthy interview released on Friday. “If […]
Bill Maher Bashes Pete Hegseth as ‘Worst Thing to Hit the Pentagon’ Since 9/11
Comedian Bill Maher recently defeated Defense Secretary Pete Hegses, calling him “the worst thing to hit a pentagon” since the September 11th terrorist attack. Maher delivered a hit against Hegstes in the “New Rules” segment on an episode of the HBO show on Friday night. “New rules: Pete Hegustes’ parents have to take the phone […]
Waltz doubles down on Hegseth praise amid ongoing Pentagon controversy
Trump’s national security adviser Mike Waltz has repeatedly supported the administration’s secretary of defense. Pete Hegses On Sunday, they said they “can’t be proud” in the early months of his role, despite the high-profile controversy and wave of resignation that has engulfed the department in recent weeks. Speaking to Fox News host Maria Bartilomo on […]
Pentagon names new senior staff amid building turmoil
The Pentagon on Friday announced four new senior advisers to Defense Secretary Pete Hegses following a front office infighting that saw five senior staff leave in the past few weeks. New advisors include former junior military assistant Colonel Ricky Breer, former Department of Defense “special assistant” Patrick Weaver, and Justin Fulcher, a top doge employee […]
Hegseth’s chief of staff makes abrupt exit in latest Pentagon shake-up amid leak turmoil: Report
Joe Casper, chief of staff for Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegses, reportedly left the agency suddenly on Friday. Kasper was previously expected to leave his position for another opportunity within the DOD. But the senior official said Newsweek He has returned to the Trump administration’s government relations and consultation position. “You’ve made changes over time and […]
Pete Hegseth’s Chief of Staff Joe Kasper out at Pentagon as ‘turf war’ rages
Defense Secretary Pete Hegses lost another member of his team on Thursday as former Chief of Staff Joe Casper reportedly left the Pentagon during the “Turf War.” Casper, who left his role as Chief of Staff last week, was expected to maintain a different capacity with the Pentagon, but according to Politico, he decided to […]
Hegseth faces latest battle defending his post at the Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegses may have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, but now he is facing another fight. From allegations of sexual assault and drinking to the beating of two signal chats, it plagues the controversy, from Trump to the first nomination of him as Secretary of Defense, suggesting that Hegses might be on the […]