The U.S. military may face significant challenges if Congress fails to pass a defense spending bill by next week. Service leaders warned about potential consequences including running out of personnel funds, scaling back operations, and painful modernization efforts.
The Navy, Army, and Air Force are all facing misaligned funds in the billions if a full-year continuing resolution is implemented. They anticipate having to prioritize operations, people, and modernization efforts in a CR scenario.
Industry impacts are also anticipated, including delays in munitions spending and new procurement efforts. Without funds, the services may have to cut back production levels, impacting critical programs like the PAC-3 MSE interceptors and missile development.
These potential funding shortages and delays could have significant consequences on ongoing operations and readiness. The Navy, Army, and Air Force are all urging Congress to provide the necessary funding and flexibility to avoid these outcomes.
