Republicans skewer Pentagon over Poland troop move
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The Pentagon is reducing the planned number of American troops in Europe by canceling upcoming rotations to Poland and Germany rather than withdrawing forces currently stationed in those countries. Multiple U.
News of budget trouble comes as the defense secretary has touted his “fiscally responsible” request of $1.5 trillion for next year.
Without a replenished stockpile, the Defense Department may not be able to sustain many more months of Middle East operations. And any new conflict in Asia could present significant challenges, sources say.
The Pentagon announced contracts worth $616 million to three companies with presence in Huntsville on May 13 and May 14. Most of that amount goes to BAE Systems to produce artillery systems and supporting equipment for the U.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."