Source: Fox News
Summary
The U.S. Navy has awarded Raytheon a $22.9 billion contract to accelerate production of Tomahawk missiles. The contract aims to expand the nation’s munitions capacity and replenish critical long-range strike weapons. President Donald Trump had previously downplayed concerns over the strain on U.S. weapons stockpiles due to the Iran conflict. The contract is intended to give RTX the stability needed to expand its workforce, increase manufacturing output, and strengthen supply chains while speeding deliveries of the long-range cruise missile to U.S. forces.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The Department of War announces a massive contract to accelerate Tomahawk missile production. President Trump had previously downplayed concerns over the strain on U.S. weapons stockpiles. The contract is intended to give RTX the stability needed to expand its workforce and increase manufacturing output. The Pentagon officials have increasingly focused on expanding the U.S. defense industrial base and shortening the time required to produce key weapons. The Tomahawk is one of the U.S. military’s primary long-range strike weapons.
The performance of “strengthening national security” through a massive contract announcement feels like a familiar script.
Author: Evan Null
