Congress offers procurement boost for F-35 jets in FY24 spending billThe U.S. Air Force would receive enough money to buy 51 F-35As in fiscal 2024 under the compromise defense spending bill lawmakers released.By Stephen Losey and Rachel S. Cohen6 days ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers6 days ago
US Space Force budget request dips as China threat increasesAir Force Secretary Frank Kendall said he's worried funding constraints are keeping the service from transitioning quickly to more resilient space systems.By Courtney Albon2 weeks ago
Air Force leaders sound alarm over looming yearlong funding delayThe Pentagon is operating under its third continuing resolution of fiscal 2024 as Congress continues to draft defense spending legislation.By Courtney Albon and Stephen Losey6 weeks ago
Biden budget plan won’t reach Capitol Hill for another monthDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 12, 2024.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Stalled F-35 upgrades will delay next improvements, Wittman warnsThe congressman also worries the latest TR-3 deadline of mid-2024 could slip further: “I want to be positive, but call me skeptical."By Stephen Losey and Noah Robertson4 months ago