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War on the Rocks
A Very Nerdy Podcast Episode about the Navy
Jan 25, 2024
This podcast episode discusses the challenges of auditing the Department of Defense, the importance of culture change within the U.S. Marine Corps, the need for stockpiling and producing munitions, the impact of governing by continuing resolution on the Navy, and the evolution of the Navy's structure and framework.
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- The Department of Defense consistently fails its audits, highlighting the importance of accountability and audibility in managing defense finances.
- Increasing industrial capacity and ramping up munitions production are crucial for meeting national defense goals in the Navy.
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The Role of the Navy's Comptroller
The podcast episode features a conversation with Russell Rumbaugh, the Assistant Secretary of the Navy and the Navy's comptroller. Rumbaugh discusses his extensive experience in defense budgets and the importance of understanding the financial aspects of the Navy. He explains that his role involves the building and execution of the budget, overseeing operations such as audits and payroll, as well as managing the systems that support these functions.
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