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Pentagon Shifts to Affordable Munitions

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The Pentagon is prioritizing more affordable weapons in its munitions portfolio, with 49% of requested units costing less than $600,000 per unit in FY 2027, increasing to 70% in FY 2031. This shift is based on projected munitions budget requests.

Why it matters

The Pentagon's shift towards more affordable munitions is significant as it indicates a change in procurement strategy, potentially impacting the development and acquisition of future weapons systems.

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