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politics1 year ago

Trump Allies Warn DOJ Lawyers to Support Agenda or Resign

Senator Roger Wicker, poised to chair the Armed Services Committee, plans to push for a significant increase in the U.S. defense budget with Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House. Wicker's proposal includes expanding the Navy and Air Force, modernizing the nuclear arsenal, and increasing defense manufacturing. He also supports continued military aid to Ukraine, despite potential differences with Trump's stance on the issue. Wicker's detailed budget plan could influence the GOP's defense strategy, aiming for a $55 billion increase over Biden's budget request.

politics1 year ago

Trump vs. Harris: Defense Industry Impacts and Policy Shifts

A second Trump administration is expected to bring uncertainty to defense spending, with potential shifts towards isolationism and changes in military aid policies, particularly regarding NATO and Ukraine. Analysts suggest that the composition of Congress will significantly influence the defense budget. While Trump's platform promises increased missile defense and military modernization, his past unpredictability raises questions about future defense strategies. Industry executives remain cautiously optimistic, noting that defense budgets often reflect global threats rather than political changes.