Senator Ernst questions Defense Secretary Austin on outdated, moldy military equipment sent to Taiwan and demands oversight improvements.
Senator Joni Ernst has criticized the Defense Department for sending outdated and moldy military equipment, including body armor from 1983, to Taiwan. A Pentagon inspector general's report revealed poor quality gear and highlighted a $730,000 effort to address the issue. Ernst demanded answers from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on oversight improvements and adherence to delivery guidelines, raising concerns about U.S. military support to allies amid geopolitical tensions.
October 23, 2024
17 Articles