Transformation of the Army by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders a top-down transformation of the Army focusing on great power competition, countering China, developing space capabilities, and modernization efforts.
Key Points
- Transformation towards great power competition
- Development of space and counter-space capabilities
- Accelerated modernization efforts
- Focus on long-range precision fires, air and missile defense, cyber, electronic warfare, and counter-space capabilities
Pros
- Focus on countering China and developing space and counter-space capabilities
- Accelerated modernization efforts to field new technologies
- Restructuring headquarters commands to build a leaner, more lethal force
Cons
- Reduction of manned attack helicopter formations
- Cancellation of inefficient programs and contracts
- Reduction of general officer positions