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Pentagon Seeks $54 Billion Boost for Drone Warfare Program

4/23/2026

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The Pentagon plans to boost funding for its autonomous drone warfare program by more than 24,000 percent, requesting over $54 billion in the 2027 budget to advance autonomous systems.
Former CIA director David Petraeus highlighted the unprecedented commitment and warned of risks.
Olaf Hichwa of Neros Technologies expressed optimism and urged practical innovations.
Some experts, including Kristofer Harrison, criticized the funding as potentially benefiting private companies.

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The Pentagon plans to boost funding for its autonomous drone warfare program by more than 24,000 percent, requesting over $54 billion in the 2027 budget to advance autonomous systems.
Former CIA director David Petraeus highlighted the unprecedented commitment and warned of risks.
Olaf Hichwa of Neros Technologies expressed optimism and urged practical innovations.
Some experts, including Kristofer Harrison, criticized the funding as potentially benefiting private companies.