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Defense & Aerospace Report

Defense & Aerospace Report Podcast [Washington Roundtable Mar 07, ’25]

Mar 7, 2025
Join Michael Herson, a defense lobbyist, Dov Zakheim, former Pentagon comptroller, Jim Townsend, ex-Pentagon Europe chief, and Patrick Cronin, Asia-Pacific security expert. They dive into the U.S. budget crisis, discussing potential cuts to Medicare and Medicaid. The group critiques Trump's policies, including tariffs and Ukraine strategy, while analyzing shifting European dynamics post-Brexit. Geopolitics heats up with China's trade threats and negotiations in the Middle East, as they explore the challenges of global diplomacy in today’s tense landscape.
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  • The U.S. government confronts a looming budget crisis with lawmakers intensifying negotiations over cuts to crucial programs like Medicare and Medicaid.
  • President Trump's tariff-driven economic strategy poses risks of escalating trade wars, raising concerns among American allies about potential global repercussions.

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Budgetary Challenges and Appropriations

The U.S. government faces a critical situation as it approaches a budget resolution deadline amidst discussions on funding cuts, particularly to programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Negotiations within Congress are intensifying, with House Republicans declaring a full-year continuing resolution (CR) as their goal. However, skepticism arises among senior officials who worry that passing a long-term CR may lead to perpetual funding issues, disrupting future budget planning. The dynamics suggest potential conflict as Democrats express unwillingness to cooperate with the Republican strategy to avoid a government shutdown, making the upcoming week crucial.

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