Bipartisan Report Warns U.S. Military Unprepared for Modern Threats

A new commission report highlights significant gaps in defense strategy, urging increased spending and modernization to counter China and Russia.

The Commission on the National Defense Strategy finds the U.S. military lacks readiness for potential conflicts with China and Russia.
China has significantly narrowed the U.S. military advantage in the Western Pacific through focused investment.
The report criticizes the Pentagon's outdated practices and calls for a comprehensive review of defense systems.
Recommendations include boosting defense budgets, streamlining procurement, and leveraging technology and alliances.
The commission warns that current ammunition stockpiles could be depleted in just weeks during a sustained conflict.