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What are DOD's Unfunded Priorities?

4.9.2025

Government Accountability Office (GAO) Podcast: Watchdog Report

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The U.S.&#039;s defense budget makes up about half of all federal discretionary spending. But even so, there are billions of dollars in &quot;unfunded priorities&quot; that could impact the military&#039;s mission and combat readiness. We&#039;ll…

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What are DOD's Unfunded Priorities?

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