A recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found a 28 year maintenance backlog. Just days after that scathing report, another GAO report exposed widespread Navy vehicle readiness weaknesses that have … READ MORE
Military
Navy Sinks $1.5 Billion into Non-Operational Submarines
Since World War II, when the German U-Boats haunted the oceans with their silent lethality, submarines have been an integral part of naval warfare. The United States is no exception; … READ MORE
The Pentagon Will Never Go Cold Turkey on Spending
It’s Thanksgiving preparation time. In the case of my family, we always favor a potluck strategy as a way to take the pressure of cooking a feast off of one … READ MORE
DoD Struggles to Clean Out its Closet
If you grew up in a suburban neighborhood, then you probably remember garage sale season; a few weeks of the year when the homeowner’s association afforded everyone in the development … READ MORE
F-35 Program Fooling the American People
The famous phrase, “fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice shame on me” does not apply to the federal government. Or maybe it does, but officials don’t fully … READ MORE
McCain’s Enduring Example of Service and Sacrifice
This week, the nation remembers the remarkable life and journey of John McCain. John was a colleague, partner, and ally in the Senate. He was also a friend. I join with … READ MORE
The ‘Corroding Hangar Queens’
As the nation mourns the death of John McCain, Congress must continue with regular order, including approval for military funding. Known for being a Department of Defense (DoD) budget hawk, … READ MORE
Pigskins & Propaganda: DoD Recruiting Efforts Costing Taxpayers Millions
The NFL season is upon us! Americans are crafting their fantasy lineups and placing their bets on the Cleveland Browns win column—I say 2 (sorry Cleveland). But have no fear … READ MORE