Staff Reports
The White House and Congress are talking a big game about China being the biggest security threat to our great nation, yet their actions speak louder than their words. According to the Daily Caller News Foundation, these political figures are failing to back up their promises with real defense spending to boost our national defense. The Biden administration is planning to put in a request for a defense budget of $850 billion for fiscal year 2025, and surprise, surprise, there are cuts to programs aimed at countering China in the Pacific. It seems like a classic case of all talk and no action from our leaders.
Defense Spending Plans For 2025 Don’t Live Up To White House, Congress’ Bluster On Deterring China, Experts Say https://t.co/JdNvIUPNx4
— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) February 25, 2024
Let’s break it down. The Pentagon has been sounding the alarm bells that China is quickly catching up to U.S. defense capabilities, especially in the Indo-Pacific region. However, when it comes time to put the money where it’s needed most, Congress and the White House are dragging their feet. It’s like they’re playing a high-stakes game of poker but folding every time the pot gets big. It’s time to stop bluffing and start investing in our national security.
Experts from the Heritage Foundation are not mincing words. They’re calling out the Biden administration for failing to take the China threat seriously. Despite all the grand speeches and strategic documents, the proposed defense budget falls short of what is really needed to counter the growing Chinese Communist Party menace. It’s like bringing a water gun to a firefight with a dragon.
Now, here’s the kicker. The Pentagon is even considering cutting critical programs essential for deterring China. Reports suggest that the Air Force might lose a chunk of its F-35 fighter jets, and the Navy could see a decrease in the production of Virginia-class attack submarines. It’s like trying to win a race with one shoe untied – you’re setting yourself up for failure.
In the end, it’s clear that the current administration is failing to prioritize national security. With China on the rise and flexing its military muscles, the U.S. cannot afford to play catch-up. It’s time for our leaders to put their money where their mouth is and show the world that America is serious about defending its interests. Failure to do so could leave us vulnerable to threats that could have been thwarted with the right investments. Let’s hope our leaders wake up to the reality before it’s too late.
