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Pentagon Investment Team Proposal Sparks Corruption Concerns

3/13/2026

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Heidrick & Struggles proposes forming a Pentagon investment team of 30 members to manage up to $200 billion over three years.
The proposal promises access to government officials and foreign royal families for capital raising.
Critics say the plan could invite corruption and blur the line between public service and private profit, especially under U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Pentagon has not commented on the proposal or its compensation structure.

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Heidrick & Struggles proposes forming a Pentagon investment team of 30 members to manage up to $200 billion over three years.
The proposal promises access to government officials and foreign royal families for capital raising.
Critics say the plan could invite corruption and blur the line between public service and private profit, especially under U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Pentagon has not commented on the proposal or its compensation structure.