Do You Know About U.S. Military Spending? Help ProPublica Understand Where the Money Goes.

In a piece published on Wednesday, ProPublica announced a new initiative to untangle how the United States spends its defense budget and is asking the public for tips. The nonprofit says the Pentagon’s contracting process can be as opaque as a Rubik’s Cube, with many projects plagued by delays and cost overruns. With Congress considering a proposal to raise the defense budget to a record one point five trillion dollars next year, ProPublica is urging insiders and observers to share information securely via Signal, SecureDrop or email. Understanding where the money goes, the outlet notes, is crucial for both soldier safety and taxpayer accountability.

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