Lindsay Kashkirian, the Program Director for the National Priorities Project with the Institute for Policy Studies, dives into the controversial One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which aims to raise defense spending to over $1 trillion. She highlights the implications of such spending on national security and essential services, questioning its efficiency and accountability. The discussion also explores U.S.-China military relations, the consequences of an arms race, and the need for a reevaluation of military investments to prioritize domestic needs while enhancing soldier safety.
