Pentagon Reviews Biden-Era Submarine Deal with Australia, UK

Pentagon reviews Biden-era submarine deal with Australia, UK

The Pentagon is reviewing a Biden-era deal to share nuclear-powered submarine technology with Australia and the United Kingdom and could scrap the deal if it doesn’t align with President Donald Trump’s agenda.

Pentagon review rattles submarine deal amid fears of China’s naval edge

A Pentagon review of the multibillion dollar deal that will see the United States and United Kingdom supply Australia with nuclear-powered submarines has unsettled a key ally as China ramps up its naval ambitions for regional dominance. In Washington, the review reflects a concern among Trump administration defense officials and China-focused lawmakers: that the terms […] The post Pentagon review rattles submarine deal amid fears of China’s nava…

Pentagon may sink Biden-era deal to sell Australia nuclear-powered submarines – Your Capital Minds

The Pentagon is considering backing out of the nuclear submarine agreement former President Joe Biden struck with Australia and the United Kingdom, amid shipbuilding problems back at home.  ‘The Department is reviewing AUKUS as part of ensuring that this initiative of the previous Administration is aligned with the president’s ‘America First’ agenda,’ a U.S. defense official said.  ‘As Secretary Hegseth has made clear, this means ensuring the hi…