Top Stories 2021: U.S. Navy Acquisition
This post is part of a series looking back at the top naval stories from 2021.…
Pentagon Mulling Aircraft Carrier Reduction as Part of FY 2022 Budget Review
This post has been updated to include a statement from Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.). The Pentagon is again considering a…
Senate Confirms Richard V. Spencer as SECNAV, Ellen Lord as Pentagon Acquisition Chief
The Senate has confirmed the Trump administration nominees for the Pentagon’s chief weapons buyer and the Secretary of the Navy,…
Textron CEO Ellen Lord Nominated for Pentagon Acquisition Chief; Boeing Exec Shanahan Nomination for DEPSECDEF Clears SASC
Two prominent defense business executives have taken steps to move from their industry roles to vacant senior Pentagon positions. …
Trump Nominates Boeing Exec Patrick Shanahan For Deputy Defense Secretary
President Donald Trump announced his intention to make six nominations for key Pentagon offices, including the deputy secretary of defense…