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Trump Administration Blocks Pentagon's Hypersonic Missile Request

2/13/2026

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In February 2026, Josh Gruenbaum of the U.S. General Services Administration asked the White House budget office to help the Pentagon procure missile technology, including hypersonic missiles.
Gruenbaum's normal duties involve purchasing software and furniture.
Senior officials rejected the request in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Gruenbaum was appointed to lead the GSA's Federal Acquisition Service in January 2025.
He previously served as a director at KKR.

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Story summary

In February 2026, Josh Gruenbaum of the U.S. General Services Administration asked the White House budget office to help the Pentagon procure missile technology, including hypersonic missiles.
Gruenbaum's normal duties involve purchasing software and furniture.
Senior officials rejected the request in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Gruenbaum was appointed to lead the GSA's Federal Acquisition Service in January 2025.
He previously served as a director at KKR.