Iran Claims 1st to Strike F-35
Iran proclaimed itself the first nation in the world to strike an US F-35 Lightning II and also that its military has downed more than 125 US-Israeli drones by Iran’s defense systems.
US Wants Drones as Dispensable as Bullets
Uncrewed aerial systems less than 55 pounds are now to be treated as “consumables,” more akin to hand grenades and other kinds of ammunition than aircraft. Lower-level commanders will now also be able to procure smaller UASs directly, as well as authorize subordinates to operate them.
DOGE Can Now Review Unclassified Contracts at DoD
The DoD Department of Government Efficiency team will now get a chance to assess unclassified contracts before they’re awarded. DOGE may now review solicitations, requirements, and cost estimates for new contracts and modifications,
Email to DoD Civilians: Justify Your Job Performance
DoD leaders reversed course last week and have ordered its civilian employees to respond to Elon Musk’s controversial “what did you do last week?” email. DefSec Pete Hegseth said employees have until Wednesday, March 5, to reply with their five items justifying their work performance.
Trump: Musk Will Find Billions in Waste at DoD
President Donald Trump told Fox News on Sunday that he expects Elon Musk and Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency to find billions of dollars of fraud and abuse at the Pentagon.
