In a move that underlines the ongoing arms race, the latest contract between the U.S. military and Rocket Lab not only highlights the privatization of defense but also raises concerns over the escalating expenditure on hypersonic technologies amidst pressing domestic issues.
Military Escalation Continues as Government Awards $1.45 Billion to Private Firm for Hypersonic Developments
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The new 5-year contract that focuses on hypersonic technology is worth $1.45 billion.
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Strengthening America's defense infrastructure, the U.S. military's new agreement with Rocket Lab is a strategic investment in hypersonic technology, ensuring the nation stays ahead in the global arms race and secures our interests against foreign threats.
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