The Army’s cuts, force structure changes put it on the right path
In this op-ed, retired Army Maj. Gen. John Ferrari argues that the Army's decision to make cuts to force structure, while tough, is ultimately the right one.
89 Department of Air Force new starts at risk unless Congress acts on budget: Official
Kristyn Jones, who is performing the duties of the under secretary of the Air Force, warned that modernization initiatives aimed at countering China would also be at risk if a budget impasse in Congress stretches on.
FARA analysis of alternatives set for end of the year, official says
The analysis of alternatives is needed for the program’s milestone B decision, and could help quell some lawmakers’ concerns about the Army’s acquisition strategy.
‘Menu of options’: What the Ford carrier strike group brings to Israel’s defense
The strike group, to arrive "very soon," has practical and strategic advantages beyond just a "show of force."
Army’s Wormuth: Congress will soon hear plans to revamp force structure, trim SOF
“The Army is in a moment of transformation where we are really pivoting from [counterinsurgency] COIN and [counterterrorism] CT to large-scale combat operations: So, we've got to transform our force structure,” said Army Secretary Christine Wormuth.
Wary of budget cap, Army secretary hopes lawmakers pursue supplemental military funding
A savvy DC veteran, Sec. Christine Wormuth didn’t outright call for Congress to go above the budget caps, but, she said, “given that we want to make sure that we are not only able to support Ukraine but that we also replenish our own stocks … a supplemental, I think, would be very helpful.”