Defense Program Controversy Intensifies as Northrop Grumman Faces Scrutiny Over Costs and DEI Practices

Defense Program Controversy Intensifies as Northrop Grumman Faces Scrutiny Over Costs and DEI Practices

FIRST ON FOX: A leading defense contractor in the United States is under scrutiny following its ties to a significant government contract amid accusations of excessive costs and reliance on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Critics argue that this contract may become a target for advocates of cost-cutting efforts, including those championed by Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative.

The Sentinel Program Under Fire

The U.S. Air Force’s Sentinel program, designed as the successor to the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) project, has recently come under fire. This program, pivotal to maintaining the country’s nuclear deterrent capabilities, has seen its budget swell from an initial estimate of $96 billion to at least $141 billion in recent years, exacerbating concerns over management and oversight.

Amid these rising costs, the Pentagon intervened earlier this year, ordering Northrop Grumman to halt development due to