The U.S. military is pursuing talks over a possible troop presence in Iraq beyond the end of 2011, a deal that if struck could cost billions annually and complicate efforts…
Yearly Archives: 2011
Sustained Iraq Training Mission Could Cost Billions, Complicate Deficit Reduction
August 23, 2011 • In the News • Original: Fox News
Budget Cuts Could Force Tough Aircraft Choices
August 22, 2011 • In the News • Original: Air Force Times
The prospect of budget cuts complicate a central dilemma for the Air Force: Its fleet is wearing out and replacement aircraft are proving more expensive than expected. The new bomber…
Billions for Stealth Jets Worth It?
August 19, 2011 • In the News • Original: CNN
Will the Pentagon’s most expensive weapons program ever live up to its cost? CNN’s Barbara Starr interviews Andrew Krepinevich.
White House Wants Budget Options For Defense Cuts
August 18, 2011 • In the News • Original: Defense News
In an Aug. 17 memo, Jacob Lew, director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), asked federal agencies for 2013 spending plans based on two scenarios: a 5 percent…
Defense in the Crosshairs of U.S. Budget Cuts, Analyst Says
August 17, 2011 • In the News • Original: Reuters
The U.S. Defense Department could be facing up to $99 billion in cuts for the fiscal year 2013 and the department needs a contingency plan, says Todd Harrison of the…