President Orders Faster Defense Buys to Beat Bureaucratic Blues
Published Date: 4/15/2025
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Summary
The U.S. government is shaking up how it buys defense gear to make sure our military gets the best tech faster and smarter. This means changing old rules, boosting the skills of the people who buy military stuff, and encouraging bold new ideas. The Defense Secretary has 60 days to deliver a plan, signaling big changes and faster spending to keep America’s edge.
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