Defense Leaders Discuss Autonomous Warfare Command and Acquisition Reform at AUSA

A panel at the AUSA conference features senior U.S. defense leaders discussing the establishment of Autonomous Warfare Command, acquisition reform, and the budget needed to accelerate military modernization. The conversation centers on Project Agent Court, drone dominance, and shifting resources from legacy programs to autonomous systems.

■ Acquisition Reform and Drone Dominance
- Project Agent Court, drone dominance, and the Arsenal of Freedom
- Opening the defense industrial base to new entrants

■ Autonomous Warfare Command (Auto Warcom)
- Rationale for a four-star combatant command
- Integration with services, SOCOM, and joint staff

■ Service and Budget Perspectives
- Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and SOCOM autonomy efforts
- $1.5 trillion reconciliation request, tail-to-tooth efficiency, and recruiting standards

The panel is aimed at viewers interested in U.S. defense policy, military acquisition, and the future of autonomous warfare. It provides an overview of current initiatives and the arguments for increased funding, while not detailing specific technical specifications or procurement contracts. Viewers will gain a clearer understanding of how defense leaders frame modernization priorities and the operational changes they seek.