A Trump administration executive order would streamline defense procurement and prioritize existing private sector products.
Multiple Options for DOGE at the DOD
The Department of Government Efficiency would have many opportunities to trim waste at the Department of Defense.
Adopting Shared Services Would Drive Efficiency
Switching to a shared services model at the federal level would reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Joint Strike Fighter Limited by Inadequate Software
The F-35’s software development is plagued by underperformance and delays, raising serious concerns about the JSF’s reliability.
Navy and Congress Share Blame for Ship Modernization Waste
The Navy wasted nearly half of the money spent on modernizing seven cruisers; members of Congress are also to blame.
Pentagon Is Now 0-7 In Passing a Clean Audit
For the seventh straight year, the Pentagon failed its financial review.
House Defense Bills Break with Pentagon Guidance
Defense, Budget, Appropriations
The Pentagon’s Rock-bottom Readiness Rates
The Pentagon’s tactical aircraft have woeful readiness rates across the board, including its newest aircraft, the F-35.
Joint Strike Fighter: Costing More and Flying Less
A new GAO report indicates the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is costing more and flying less.
Broadening Participation Will Strengthen National Security Space Launch Program
The Space Force has taken a positive step to increase competition in its National Security Space Launch program.