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Military Industrial Complex

Backdoor earmarks make everyone smile (except the taxpayer)

Don't look at the topline $773 billion military budget proposal. Congress is padding it as we speak, particularly in the less noticed 'R&D' column.

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Military Industrial Complex

Surprise: today's 'must pass' CR bill includes defense company goodies

Congress padded Biden's request for $12.3 billion in Ukraine aid, adding money for contractors and the other line items for the military.

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Military Industrial Complex

When will the Pentagon account for its finances?

A failed fourth audit for DOD in as many years might have some wondering whether its mantra should be 'audits for thee, but not for me.'