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President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act last week to accelerate munitions production due to concerns about a shortfall.

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President Donald Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Sen. John Cornyn, Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Sen. Chris Coons
What
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act last week to accelerate munitions production due to concerns about a shortfall.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:16:00 GMT · 5h 1m ago
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Why
The administration is pressing lawmakers for additional defense spending to replenish stockpiles depleted during the U.S.-led war with Iran.
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The invocation of the Defense Production Act aims to increase the supply of weaponry for the ongoing U.S.-led war with Iran, which could impact defense companies and U.S. military operations.

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