Defense startups’ new hope in D.C.: Donald Trump and Elon Musk

Christine Mui, a POLITICO reporter focusing on the defense industry, dives into the challenges that defense startups face in securing government contracts. She discusses the optimism sparked by the Trump administration and the backing of figures like Elon Musk, who advocate for reform in Pentagon technology procurement. Mui sheds light on the bureaucratic hurdles these startups must navigate and emphasizes the need for effective advocacy to enhance competition in defense contracting to unlock new funding opportunities.