Hegseth Says Musk, Palmer Luckey and Gingrich to Assist Pentagon Warfare Initiative
The defense secretary announced a project led by the two tech executives to examine U.S. military capabilities.
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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich will help the Pentagon with a new warfare initiative, as part of remarks on the state of the U.S. military.
Hegseth described the project as being led by two tech executives who support the Republican Party, examining military capabilities, though the available material did not specify the full scope or formal structure of the initiative.
Tech Figures in Defense Policy
Musk, the head of several technology companies, and Luckey, the founder of defense technology firm Anduril, have both been publicly engaged with U.S. defense and government efficiency efforts in recent years. Gingrich, a former Republican Speaker of the House, has likewise maintained a role in conservative policy circles.
Details on the specific capabilities to be examined, the timeline for the initiative, or any compensation or formal appointments involved were not included in the available reporting.
Sources
- Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich to help Pentagon with warfare initiative, Hegseth says — CNBC — Top News
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