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As spending rises and vetting decreases, the prospects for fraud, waste and abuse will grow.
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As spending rises and vetting decreases prospects for fraud waste abuse will grow
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{
    "factors": "Rising spending decreasing vetting",
    "consequence": "Increased fraud waste and abuse"
}
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:37 PM (2 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:37 PM (2 months ago)

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https://responsiblestatecraft.org/2023/05/23/arms-industrys-price-gauging-shows-how-greed-trumps-national-interest/

The arms industry is price gouging the Pentagon, leading to overpriced and underperforming weapons systems. This is exacerbated by industry concentration, lax oversight, and the push for rapid production. The author argues for a more restrained military strategy and restructuring of the arms industry.

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