Iran war has military seeking higher funding in 2027 for drones, air defenses
The US military is seeking increased funding for drones, air defense systems, and munitions in 2027 due to the war with Iran. The proposed budget includes $74 billion for drones and related technology and $30 billion for munitions.
The US military is looking to increase its spending in 2027 to billions on drones, air defense systems, and fighter jets due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The Pentagon wants to spend over $74 billion on drones and related technology and another $30 billion on munitions. Drones have become a crucial part of the US arsenal, with the military seeking to increase spending on both drones and counter-drone systems. The proposed budget includes $54 billion for drones and related tech, and $21 billion for weapon systems to take out enemy drones. The Navy plans to increase the number of Tomahawk cruise missiles, with a proposed purchase of 785 Tomahawks, a 1,300% increase from last year's 55. The increased spending is aimed at replenishing depleted stockpiles and reducing the cost of shooting down enemy drones.
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