Pentagon’s budget process needs ‘fundamental restructuring,’ panel says

Pentagon’s budget process needs ‘fundamental restructuring,’ panel says
Pentagon’s budget process needs ‘fundamental restructuring,’ panel says

The almost 400-page PPBE report draws on two years of research and more than 400 interviews, and resulted in 28 recommendations, half of which are denoted as key changes.

Army protecting weapon modernization portfolio in FY24 budget request, service official says

Army protecting weapon modernization portfolio in FY24 budget request, service official says
Army protecting weapon modernization portfolio in FY24 budget request, service official says

“I feel really good about the product we’re sending to Congress. Now, is it perfect? No… important trades had to be made,” Army acquisition head Douglas Bush said today.

Army readying tactical wheeled vehicle strategy ahead of 2026 budget planning

Army readying tactical wheeled vehicle strategy ahead of 2026 budget planning
Army readying tactical wheeled vehicle strategy ahead of 2026 budget planning

By year’s end, service leaders should have a draft TWV strategy to guide their decisions on a host of vehicle fleets from the Infantry Squad Vehicle to the future Common Tactical Truck.

The Ukraine invasion shows why America needs to get its defense budget in order

The Ukraine invasion shows why America needs to get its defense budget in order
The Ukraine invasion shows why America needs to get its defense budget in order

First, get the fiscal 2022 budget settled. Then figure out how to change budget plans in light of Ukraine’s fight, argue two experts from the American Enterprise Institute.

$770-$780 billion likely for Pentagon budget topline: Source

$770-$780 billion likely for Pentagon budget topline: Source
$770-$780 billion likely for Pentagon budget topline: Source

Given the increased rate of inflation, the situation in Ukraine and the fact Congress has acted decisively to increase defense spending in the last year, it’s no surprise that the DoD budget has increased over the FY22 request of $715 billion.

Previewing Biden’s FY23 defense budget request: 5 things to expect

Previewing Biden’s FY23 defense budget request: 5 things to expect
Previewing Biden’s FY23 defense budget request: 5 things to expect

With the long saga of the fiscal year 2022 budget looking like it will be finalized in March, eyes now turn to the FY23 defense budget and what it might look like. Between Russian aggression, inflation and a Congress that appears supportive of increasing defense spending, it’s unclear how high the Pentagon’s budget will go.…

Hey OMB – Defense needs $816B for FY23

Hey OMB – Defense needs $816B for FY23
Hey OMB – Defense needs $816B for FY23

John Ferrari of AEI lays out why it would benefit the Biden White House to give a big defense budget topline now — and how DoD should spend the money.

A potential full-year CR? Here’s what defense leaders are saying

A potential full-year CR? Here’s what defense leaders are saying
A potential full-year CR? Here’s what defense leaders are saying

“We know what we have to do and I’d say it’s 50/50 whether or not we’re able to do it,” Rep. Adam Smith said.

On Its Birthday, The Air Force Needs To Fight For What It Deserves

On Its Birthday, The Air Force Needs To Fight For What It Deserves
On Its Birthday, The Air Force Needs To Fight For What It Deserves

On Sept. 17th, the Air Force celebrated its birthday with pomp, circumstance and cake. Behind the celebration, however, there are dangerous trends seen within the service, including a number of key platforms that are aging out and major expenses about to hit. David Deptula, the dean of the Mitchell Institute, says the service needs to…

Next DoD Budget To Feature Detailed ‘Investments’ To Battle Climate Change: Hicks

Next DoD Budget To Feature Detailed ‘Investments’ To Battle Climate Change: Hicks
Next DoD Budget To Feature Detailed ‘Investments’ To Battle Climate Change: Hicks

“These are not ideological issues of climate versus warfighting,” Kathleen Hicks, deputy secretary of defense, said Wednesday. “This is about ensuring we are resilient and capable for the warfighter of the future, and we’ll be making those investments.”

Pentagon Wants To Classify More Spending Plans

Pentagon Wants To Classify More Spending Plans
Pentagon Wants To Classify More Spending Plans

The Pentagon would classify the Future Years Defense Program, citing fears the data ‘might inadvertently reveal sensitive information.’

SecDef Eyeing Moving Billions By Eliminating Offices, Legacy Systems

SecDef Eyeing Moving Billions By Eliminating Offices, Legacy Systems
SecDef Eyeing Moving Billions By Eliminating Offices, Legacy Systems

The Pentagon is about to pitch Congress on a plan to move $5.7 billion from legacy programs to new modernization efforts. Some offices are going to feel some pain.

Esper Confirmed As SecDef; Budget Deal Leaves DoD Spending Flat Next Year

Esper Confirmed As SecDef; Budget Deal Leaves DoD Spending Flat Next Year
Esper Confirmed As SecDef; Budget Deal Leaves DoD Spending Flat Next Year

With a two-year budget deal the Pentagon is getting what it wanted: budget certainty. But that certainty comes at a cost.

HASC Dems Deny Shanahan Border Wall Money Transfer

HASC Dems Deny Shanahan Border Wall Money Transfer
HASC Dems Deny Shanahan Border Wall Money Transfer

HASC Chairman Adam Smith issued a letter formally denying the request: “DoD is attempting to circumvent Congress and the American people’s opposition to using taxpayer money for the construction of an unnecessary wall, and the military is paying the cost.”