Congressional Insights on Defense Spending and National Security
House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith discussed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and the Trump administration’s failure to disclose combat operations orders in an interview at the 2025 Reagan National Defense Forum in Simi Valley, Calif. The compromise on the bill reflects a shift in Congressional priorities, but the lack of transparency raises concerns about accountability and oversight. The interview provides insight into the complexities of defense policy and the challenges of balancing competing interests. This article was first reported by Breaking Defense.