Ships, missile defence, AI: Pentagon to spend $153 billion in 2026 on US military
The Pentagon plans to fast-track over $153 billion in military funding for 2026, accelerating funds originally spread over five years. This push aims to modernize US forces with new ships, advanced weapons, and AI. While some spending details are clear, significant sums for missile defence and border operations remain classified or pending, raising transparency concerns among lawmakers.
The Pentagon plans to fast-track over $153 billion in military funding for 2026, accelerating funds originally spread over five years. This push aims to modernize US forces with new ships, advanced weapons, and AI. While some spending details are clear, significant sums for missile defence and border operations remain classified or pending, raising transparency concerns among lawmakers.
