Julia Gledhill

Julia Gledhill, a research associate at the Stimson Center, dives into the complexities of Pentagon spending. She discusses how the military budget ballooned and reveals strategies to cut $60 billion in unnecessary expenditures. The conversation critiques inefficient programs like the F-35 and the challenges posed by privatization in weapon acquisitions. Gledhill also explores the implications of the ICBM modernization efforts and highlights the need for transparent military reforms amidst rising tensions with China.

Guests Dan Lamothe, a military affairs expert from The Washington Post, and Julia Gledhill, an analyst at POGO, dive into the complexities of U.S. aid to Ukraine. They discuss Congress's call for greater oversight amid concerns of military equipment diversion. The conversation highlights the Pentagon's ongoing issues with financial accountability, including its troubling history of unaccounted assets. They also address the intricate balance between support for Ukraine and the need for transparency in defense spending, revealing the deep-seated challenges of managing such vast budgets.