How Hegseth envisions a new Autonomous Warfare Command
In this episode of The Pentagon Buzz, Breaking Defense’s Ashley Roque breaks down Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recent speech to the troops, including a plan to create a new Autonomous Warfare Command aimed at getting drones and other robotic systems into servicemembers’ hands faster. The Pentagon is also turning its autonomy portfolio office into Project Agincourt as an interim step toward standing up the new command, which is expected to require congressional approval.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the establishment of a new Autonomous Warfare Command aimed at accelerating the integration of drones and robotic systems into military operations. The Pentagon is transitioning its autonomy portfolio office into Project Agincourt as an interim measure. Congressional approval will be necessary for the new command.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a plan for a new Autonomous Warfare Command.
- The command aims to accelerate the deployment of drones and robotic systems to servicemembers.
- The Pentagon is transforming its autonomy portfolio office into Project Agincourt as a preliminary step.
- Congressional approval is expected to be required for the new command.