Breaking Defense is reporting that the Senate confirmed several key defense players, including Hurst as Pentagon comptroller, filling a 1.5-year vacancy. It said lawmakers also confirmed nominees for space acquisitions and to lead one of the national security space spy agencies. The outlet reported on industry's perspective regarding Congress' continuing resolution plans. Eric Fanning, chief of the Aerospace Industries Association, discussed the industry's view on the potential resolution. Breaking Defense also featured an op-ed from Rep. Sheri Biggs, R-S.C., who argued that the current demand for U.S. air power abroad is unsustainable without significantly growing the force. Another op-ed by Rep. Ronny Jackson outlined his concerns about ubiquitous technical surveillance, or UTS.
