On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
The Pentagon in some ways is designed to procure the weapons and capabilities for the next generation's war as opposed to fight the war it is in right now.
Source
congress.govTom Cotton: “The Pentagon in some ways is designed to procure the weapons and capabilities for the next generation's war as opposed…”
Editor's note · Context
Cotton critiques Pentagon's focus on future warfare over current conflicts.
Share
More from Tom Cotton
Oct 1, 2026
Recent reporting and investigations suggest Chinese criminal networks are exploiting vulnerabilities in federal law to operate expansive illicit drug enterprises that threaten our communities and national security.
Sep 25, 2026
Democrat socialists love to promise free stuff. But they never mention who pays for it.
Oct 21, 2026
From nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies, Arkansas’s business-friendly policies make it a great home for every type of organization. I was glad to host Secretary Sonderling for visits with Arkansans at Nabholz, MARVA, Abilities Unlimited…
Oct 1, 2026
No one, especially members of Congress, should profit from insider information. I voted for the Stop Insider Trading Act to rid Congress of this corruption and ensure we all play by the same rules as every law-abiding Arkansan. The…
Other voices in this conversation
