Stephen Feinberg

The US Department of Defense has established the Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems (DRPM-UxS) to consolidate oversight of most military drone programs. The office aims to accelerate drone technology development and procurement, excluding exceptions like the Air Force's CCA program. It will manage systems including drones, boats, ground robots, and counter-drone technologies.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth established the Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems (DRPM-UxS) to consolidate Pentagon drone and autonomous systems programs under a single office reporting to Deputy Secretary Stephen Feinberg. The office oversees development, acquisition, and deployment of unmanned systems across all domains, excluding major defense acquisition programs, and inherits a $53.6 billion budget for autonomous drone platforms.

Hegseth has established an autonomy czar position to oversee drone-related efforts, covering ground vehicles, small air vehicles, and nearly all sea vehicles. The role reports directly to Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg.

The Pentagon is requesting $80 billion from Congress to cover U.S. war costs against Iran, part of a larger $1.5 trillion military spending proposal. Lawmakers are skeptical of the funding amid political tensions and public concerns about domestic economic challenges.

The Pentagon is seeking $80 billion in additional funding for the U.S. war against Iran, part of a broader $1.5 trillion defense budget request. Lawmakers, including Democratic Senator Patty Murray, have expressed skepticism, citing public opposition to the war and high domestic costs.

The Pentagon has requested $80 billion from Congress to cover U.S. war costs against Iran, part of a broader $1.5 trillion military spending push by President Donald Trump. Lawmakers are skeptical, citing concerns over the war's justification and domestic financial pressures, while the funding includes replenishing munitions, repairing equipment, and operational costs but excludes damage to U.S. military sites.

The Pentagon is requesting $80 billion from Congress to cover the U.S. war against Iran, part of a broader $1.5 trillion defense budget sought by President Donald Trump. Lawmakers remain skeptical of the war funding and Trump's deal with Iran, with concerns about domestic costs and opposition to the conflict.

The US Department of Defense requires $80 billion to cover costs related to the Iran war and other expenses, according to Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg. A supplemental request including defense and non-defense priorities may be sent to lawmakers soon, though the Pentagon warns of potential operational cuts if Congress does not approve funding.

The U.S. Department of Defense requested $80 billion to cover costs related to the Iran war and other expenses, according to Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg. A supplemental request including non-defense priorities like farm and disaster relief may follow, amid opposition to an initial $200 billion funding proposal.

Stephen Feinberg, founder of Cerberus Capital Management, serves as deputy undersecretary of defense in Trump’s Pentagon and has significant influence over US military spending. He avoids public appearances and media engagement, contrasting with his more visible superior, defense secretary Pete Hegseth.

Navy Secretary John Phelan was removed amid tensions with Pentagon leaders, including War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg. President Trump publicly praised Phelan, despite internal frustrations over leadership and shipbuilding program execution.

Navy Secretary John Phelan was ousted amid tensions with Pentagon leaders, including War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg, over leadership and shipbuilding program concerns. President Donald Trump publicly praised Phelan for rebuilding the Navy, despite the removal, which aligns with a broader Cabinet shakeup and heightened regional tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.