What Happened
Sweeping Reforms Target Critical Materials and National Security
The White House has issued a sweeping Executive Order aimed at securing America’s defense supply chains and ensuring the domestic acquisition of critical materials. The order, titled ‘Securing America’s Defense Supply Chains and Ensuring Domestic Acquisition of Critical Materials,’ directs the Department of War to significantly tighten waivers for sourcing requirements and requires contractors to undertake extensive supply chain mapping and illumination. The move is seen as a response to growing concerns about national security and the reliability of foreign suppliers. The order was first reported by Unknown Source.