Experts Say US Defense Modernization Has a Serious Pacing Problem

Insiders say the United States is falling behind in combat readiness and rapidly evolving technology.
Experts Say US Defense Modernization Has a Serious Pacing Problem
A South Korean army K1A2 tank fires its gun during a combined live fire exercise between South Korea and the US Army at the Rodriguez Live Fire Range in Pocheon on Feb. 10, 2025. Anthony Wallace/AFP via Getty Images
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The United States has always been a global leader in military prowess and domestic security. However, experts warn that America’s defense modernization is falling dangerously behind rival nations such as China.

At the same time, emerging technologies—artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing—have put a spotlight on potential data security weaknesses within the defense community.

Autumn Spredemann
Autumn Spredemann
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Autumn is a South America-based reporter covering primarily Latin American issues for The Epoch Times.
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